The Orkney Islands are significant to Frankenstein because it is where Victor Frankenstein chose to work on his second monster because it is a small, remote island. The setting is important because Victor wants to be away from civilization while he works on his experiment, which makes Orkney a good place for him to hide and work without other people around. The article explains that Mary Shelley describes the area as a place that is mostly a rock with high sides constantly being hit by waves, which makes the location seem isolated and harsh. It also adds to the movie because of its rough winds and seas, which reflect the dangerous theme. I found this information from a UK journal website. This source is an example of peer support/mentorship because someone who has written about and researched the story but is not professionally related to the movie wrote the entry. The article also includes information from experts who discuss Mary Shelley’s connection to Scotland and why Orkney works as a setting for the story. Fans can also comment or reshare journal articles, which can help more people learn about the connection between the story and the location. Mapping this location on COVE makes visible a place a "gatekeeper" platform might otherwise bury, while also helping readers see why Orkney is important to the story and how the real setting connects to the events in Frankenstein.
Picture: https://whatifwewalked.com/things-to-do-in-the-orkney-islands/
Article: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/past-times/4352460/frankenstein-orkney/