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What is the Creature's appearance? Frankenstein
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What is the Creature's appearance?

The Creature's appearance in Frankenstein is described as grotesque and horrifying. When Victor Frankenstein first brings it to life, he is immediately repulsed by its appearance, which causes him to recoil in horror. Throughout the novel, the Creature is depicted as a monstrous being with several distinct physical features:

  • Size: The Creature is described as being much larger than an average human, around 8 feet tall, giving it an imposing and intimidating presence.
  • Yellow Eyes: The Creature's eyes are described as yellow and "watery," adding to its unsettling appearance.
  • Pale and Translucent Skin: The Creature's skin is pale and translucent, giving it an unnatural and corpse-like appearance.
  • Black Lips: Its lips are described as black and its mouth as "straight with thick, black lips."
  • Long Black Hair: The Creature is said to have long, flowing black hair, which contrasts with its pale skin.
  • Mismatched Features: The Creature's features are described as being assembled from different body parts, resulting in a patchwork-like appearance.
  • Protruding Teeth: Its teeth are described as "of a pearly whiteness," but they protrude in an unnatural manner.