"He heard my story with that half kind of belief that is given to a tale of spirits and supernatural events; but when he was called upon to act officially in consequence, the whole tide of his incredulity returned."
pg. 148
Everyone is willing to support a cause, until then are called to actually take action for the cause. In the recent world, there are millions out there who are ready to "STOP KONY". However, when individuals are asked to make a difference, the number dwindles down to thousands. This Shelley points out in the book, a fundamental part of huma nature- we are all fine with supporting a good cause, until it requires us to actually do something. The officer Frankenstein "wants to" support Frankenstein in finding the creature, but as soon as Victor asks for real help, the officer makes excuses for why he cannot help. He also shows returned doubt as to whether the story is true or not. Either way, it causes Victor to have to search on his own. Yes, the officer's reasoning may not be all wrong, but Victor's story is true, and the creature, because of his crimes, should be punished by the law.
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