Describe Walton as a character. How does he compare with Victor Frankenstein? What similar characteristics do they share? Why do you think the story opens from Walton’s point of view?

They are both dreamers. They want to push the boundaries of nature. There is something obsessive and unhealthy in both their quests. Walton's character acts as foershadowing for the character of Victor. He sets the reader up for both theme and tone of the book.

Why do you think the story opens from Walton’s point of view?