The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

Name: The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9780008195670
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By Robert Louis Stevenson

Series: Collins Classics

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The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson explores the dual nature of humanity through the story of Dr Jekyll, a respectable scientist, who creates a potion to transform into Mr Hyde, his evil alter ego. Set in Victorian London, the novel delves into themes of identity, morality, and the struggle between good and evil within the human soul. As Mr Hyde's actions grow more sinister, the story examines the consequences of unchecked scientific experimentation and the dangers of suppressing one's darker instincts.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy classic tales of duality and human nature, as it explores the intriguing theme of the internal battle between good and evil within a person. Set in Victorian London, it delivers a gripping narrative with elements of mystery and psychological suspense that keeps readers on edge.

The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

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I thus drew steadily nearer to that truth, by whose partial discovery I have been doomed to such a dreadful shipwreck: that man is not truly one, but truly two.

A London lawyer is drawn into a series of strange occurrences concerning his old friend Henry Jekyll and the despicable stranger Edward Hyde, a man who seems to epitomise the very meaning of evil. What is Hyde’s mysterious hold over Jekyll, and what is the reason behind Jekyll’s increasingly odd behaviour? The investigations will lead into the dark heart of Victorian London, and of human nature itself, as the shocking truth about Hyde’s true identity is finally revealed.

Published in 1886 to critical acclaim, The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is a thrilling exploration of the interplay of good and evil and the terrifying duality that lies within us all. These themes held a constant fascination for Stevenson and are further explored in his short stories Markheim and The Body Snatcher, also included in this book.

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The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is often praised for its exploration of duality and the human psyche. Reviewers appreciate Stevenson's ability to weave a suspenseful narrative with deep philosophical implications, highlighting the struggle between good and evil within a person. The novella is frequently commended for its enduring themes and captivating storytelling, making it a timeless classic in literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008195670

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: William Collins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 120g

Pages: 160

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Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Robert Louis Stevenson Series: Collins Classics

About the Author

Poet and novelist ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON (1850-1894) was the author of a number of classic books, including Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Mr. Stevenson was often ill as a child and spent much of his youth confined to his nursery, where he first began to compose stories even before he could read.