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The Sailors' Mutiny from "Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus". Walton's ship becomes trapped in ice, and the sailors, fearing for their lives, demand that he turn back.

September 2nd

The Sailors' Mutiny

Walton's ship becomes trapped in ice, and the sailors, fearing for their lives, demand that he turn back. Walton is torn between his own ambition and his responsibility to his crew. Victor, despite his weakened state, gives a passionate speech urging the men to be brave, but his efforts are in vain.