Pioneer

"So much has been done, exclaimed the soul of Frankenstein—more, far more, will I achieve; treading in the steps already marked, I will pioneer a new way, explore unknown powers, and unfold to the world the deepest mysteries of creation" (Shelly, 28).

This is the first mention of the man's name that they found stranded on the ice - Frankenstein. He recounts how his chemistry professor, M. Waldman, began his interest and desire to gain knowledge of the secret of life. He refers to himself in the third person which further illustrates how he spoke of his fate, how his passion drives him and he has no control over it from this point. This quote also shows a parallel between Frankenstein and Walton, as they both seek "to pioneer a new way," as Frankenstein seeks knowledge and scientific findings and Walton journeys northward for discovery.