Frankenstein · Character

Margaret Saville

Walton's sister to whom he writes the letters framing the novel.

minor

Also known as Margaret, Mrs. Saville

First appearance: Letter I

Margaret Saville's tie to The Creature is one of the pressures that moves Frankenstein—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.

Walton's sister, the recipient of his letters.

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Frankenstein Or, The Modern Prometheus
Walton's sister, the recipient of his letters.
Letter I
The recipient of Walton's letter, his sister, who has regarded his enterprise with 'evil forebodings.'
Letter II
Walton's sister and the recipient of his letters, addressed directly throughout the letter.
Letter III
The recipient of Walton's letter, addressed as 'my dear sister'.
Letter IV
Walton's sister, the recipient of his letters, is addressed throughout as the audience for his observations and Victor's forthcoming tale.
Chapter XXIV
Walton addresses his letters to Margaret, sharing the conclusion of Victor's story and the Creature's final appearance.
Walton, in Continuation
Walton's sister, the recipient of his letters, to whom he addresses his final reflections.

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