Prometheus and Frankenstein suffered for their deeds. They attempted to create a new life and faced the results of their actions. Both of the characters suffered from disregarding the laws of nature in favor of progress and creation.
Modern works of literature draw inspiration from the tales of the old times. Prometheus from the Greek myth suggested the story of Victor Frankenstein. He was one of the many legendary figures. Being responsible for the creation of man, this titan stole fire from the gods to help humanity. Gods decided to punish Prometheus for his actions and condemned him for eternal suffering. He was bound to a cliff, and every day an eagle ate his liver. Prometheus’s desire to accelerate the natural progress of development caused his downfall.
Similarly, Dr. Victor Frankenstein aims to bypass the laws of the world in the pursuit of progress. Studying science and using the power of lightning, Frankenstein wanted to make a perfect version of a man. He aimed to become a creator. However, his quest proves to be in vain, as the man realized he created a monster. The man is tortured like Prometheus, although his suffering is mental and self-inflicted. Prometheus and Frankenstein are givers of life who managed to create new human beings from lifeless materials. Both figures tried to disturb the flow of progress to work for the benefit of humanity. But they were punished for doing so.