"Frankenstein"- foreshadowing

Throughout Victor's narration, there are multiple points in which he foreshadows the unfortunate upcoming events which he will endure. For example, when he says, "the monster had blinded me to his real intention; and when I thought that I had prepared only my own death, I hastened that of a far dearer victim" (page 182). While the death of Elizabeth has yet to take place, Frankenstein is letting the reader know that some type of misfortune is going to take place without directly telling the reader what happened. This is not only foreshadowing, but it also creates much suspense. He leaves the reader wondering if Elizabeth will die and when she will die. The reader has no idea if their union will take place or if the now evil monster will steal her away before they have the time to be united in marriage. Also, this statement in some ways turns the reader against the monster as Victor claims that the monster deceived him. This same technique is used when Victor is re-telling his story earlier before Henry is murdered by the monster. These techniques which are repeatedly used show the reader the guilt and agony Victor has because of what his creation has done.