Human companionship is one of the most basic needs of human beings that can be seen in the story of Creation. It is difficult for any human being to find the perfect mate, especially if he is one of a kind. In Mary Shelly's Frankenstein two characters exemplify this need. Doctor Victor Frankenstein and the Creature are looking for companionship and will do anything to get it. The classic theme of family perversion is an important component in Frankenstein. Dr. Frankenstein comes from a good family but in his adult life he wants a new companion which is mainly found in the Creature and Elizabeth. The development of the Creature's need begins when it falls in love with knowledge and is deepened when it goes out to study. In his childhood he “Natural philosophy is the genius that regulated my destiny; I desire, therefore, in this narrative, to state those facts which have led to my predilection for that science” (Shelley 36). This passion develops into his obsession in his adult life as he gains greater access to knowledge and equipment. It then culminates in the beginning of the creation of the Creature due to its access to bodies and tools. (cit. Intro) “I read those works with ardor, so full of genius and discernment... it was easy to imagine that my progress was rapid” (48). His description of creation makes it sound like he is giving birth to a child. It distorts the sanity of the child's birth by creating a human being in a laboratory. This also makes him the mother and father of the Creature. (intro quote) “When I found such amazing power placed in my hands, I hesitated long as to how I should use it… my first success to make me doubt my ability to give life… "(51) . This illustrates his power that should never have been a human. With the success of the test mine can create life, strengthens its bond with this imminent birth of the Creature, which embodies all its scientific achievement. (Intro quote) "How can I describe my emotions in the face of this catastrophe, or how can I outline the wretch from whom I had tried to distance myself with such infinite pain and care?" (55). Frankenstein shuns his own creation, of which he should be the loving parents. The culmination of all of Frankenstein's education led to the creation of his company; he can't bear to see his horrible creation.