Walton (Robert Walton)

Robert Walton is an ambitious explorer and ship captain who seeks to discover new lands and uncover the secrets of the natural world. He represents curiosity, daring, and the human desire for knowledge beyond known limits. In Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," Walton’s character also highlights themes of friendship, ambition, and the pursuit of greatness, as he writes letters home about his journey and encounters Victor Frankenstein. Essentially, Walton embodies the modern explorer’s spirit—driven by curiosity but also facing the risks and moral questions that come with pushing boundaries.