| Genres: | Gothic Fiction |
| Authors: | Robert Louis Stevenson |
| Language: | english |
| Type: | Digital |
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson is a gothic novella that tells the story of a London lawyer named Gabriel Utterson. Utterson becomes embroiled in a mystery involving his old friend, the esteemed Dr. Henry Jekyll, and a repulsive man named Mr. Hyde.
A series of strange events unfold, including a violent assault witnessed by Utterson's friend, where Hyde is the perpetrator. Utterson discovers that Jekyll has included Hyde in his will and becomes suspicious. As Utterson investigates, he uncovers a shocking secret: Jekyll has developed a potion that allows him to transform into Hyde, a man who embodies Jekyll's repressed desires and evil tendencies.
Initially, Jekyll enjoys the freedom and power that Hyde provides. However, he soon loses control and finds himself transforming involuntarily. The novella explores the duality of human nature, the battle between good and evil, and the consequences of scientific tampering.
