The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
*The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde* is a gothic novella by Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1886. The story revolves around London lawyer Gabriel John Utterson and his friend, Dr. Henry Jekyll, who has discovered a potion that transforms him into Edward Hyde, a personification of pure evil. As the story unfolds, Jekyll loses control over the transformations, leading to a tragic conclusion. This novella explores themes of duality in human nature and the struggle between good and evil.
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*The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde* delves into the duality of human nature through the protagonist Dr. Henry Jekyll and his alter ego, Edward Hyde. Set in Victorian London, the narrative is driven by mysterious events and letters that gradually reveal the truth. Key characters include Utterson, Dr. Lanyon, and Poole the butler. Stevenson masterfully builds suspense and horror as Jekyll’s experiments with the potion lead to increasingly dire consequences. Through detailed psychological exploration and tense plot development, the novella not only provides a thrilling read but also prompts reflection on the ethical boundaries of science and the complexities of human morality.