How does Victor Frankenstein demonstrate a fear of the powers of nature and science? Mary Shelley's novel Frankenstein demonstrates the fear of the power of science in a couple different ways. First, Victor fails to realize his obsession with science has any power over him (this is recognized by the readers). Secondly, Victor's success at reanimating life leads to his own demise and loss of loved ones. This illustrates the idea that people should fear the power of science given it (science) is, essentially, the unknown.