Frankenstein, Mary Shelly

Within Robert Walton's letters to his sister, he speaks of his adventure to the north pole. He is confident in his endeavors, yet he cannot escape his doubts. At the end of his first letter, he writes, "If I fail, you will see me again soon, or never (Shelly, 3)." He is afraid of failing. Dreaming of reaching land to which has never been traveled has been his aspiration since he was a young child. Although he deferred his dream to learn poetry, Walton still had an inclination towards learning of the sea. When his cousin died and left him a small fortune, Walton aspired again his dream to the north pole. He has spent time and money on his dream, and soon, he will be completing it. Finally, he has chartered a boat and hired a crew. However, he fears that his anxiety will become a reality upon the sea.