The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Written by Robert Louis Stevenson

Published by Public Domain

Genre: Gothic Fiction

Audience: Readers of classic literature and Gothic horror

Tone: Dark and Suspenseful

In Robert Louis Stevenson's "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," a respectable scientist's experiments to separate his dual nature lead to the emergence of a malevolent alter ego, unraveling a chilling tale of moral ambiguity and the struggle between good and evil.

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Summary

In "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," Robert Louis Stevenson explores the duality of human nature through the chilling tale of Dr. Jekyll, a respected scientist who creates a potion that transforms him into the malevolent Mr. Hyde. As Mr. Utterson, Jekyll's lawyer, investigates the sinister connection between the two men, he uncovers a web of moral ambiguity, friendship, and the terrifying consequences of unchecked scientific ambition. This classic novella delves into the struggle between good and evil, leaving readers questioning the very essence of identity and morality.

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Themes

Duality of human nature
Moral ambiguity
Friendship
Secrecy
Identity
The consequences of scientific experimentation
Fear and Terror
Isolation

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