As he becomes more deeply interested in natural science, Victor Frankenstein's passion increases. It is particularly evident when he compares himself to his cousin, Elizabeth Lavenza. While she fancies the surface, he is intrigued in how things work. This contrast of the two emphasizes the growth in passion towards natural science that leads Victor to have an ambitious attitude towards his university work.
The alchemy that Victor engages in also emphasizes his growing passion. For instance, he studies the works of ancient philosophers and search for his "philosopher's stone" and "elixir of life". He even tries incantations in order to conjure up "ghosts and devils".
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