The essay “The Lost of All Hope of Happiness and a Life Beyond Repair in Frankenstein, a Novel by Mary Shelley” does a great job of exploring the idea of Victor’s loss of hope throughout the novel. The author argues that Victor’s loss of hope is most clearly seen in his lack of ability to find happiness anymore, and in his regret for the days when he was still able to be happy. The author also argues that Victor’s hidden guilt for the deaths of William and Justine rendered him unable to find happiness or return to who he was before their deaths. Ultimately, the author argues that Victor’s loss of hope is seen most clearly in his total lack of hope for his life.