Why Is Frankenstein Unethical

As the need for scientific technology advances, there is a growth of concern over whether or not humans will attempt to play God with such advancements and what harmful consequences it may result in. Cloning, human modifications, genetic engineering and other biological technology are all examples of areas that are reaching great advancements in an exponential manner. Victor is fascinated with these ideas and develops a curiosity for resurrecting the dead after he encounters the death of loved ones. This curiosity is shown by the literature of Alchemists that he reads which includes “the works of Cornelius Agrippa [...] and Paracelsus and Albertus Magnus” (24). While many in the world take a particular interest in such subjects, things start to get unethical when you start creating a change.
In this part of the book, chapter 4, Frankenstein can finally pursue what he has been researching since he was a little child, he can finally create life. Unfortunately, this is not done in the correct way, he puts it upon himself to play the role of god and creates a living creature out of previously existing souls. This is seen morally wrong in many religions as you are not supposed to disrupt a resting soul. It is also very unethical because it is simply disrespectful. This is unfair not only to the lifeless soul that has passed but also to its loved ones.Unfortunately, he doesn't stop there, He also wants respect from the creation. “Life and death appeared to me ideal bounds, which I should first break through, and pour a torrent of light into our dark