The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

In his seminal novella, "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," Robert Louis Stevenson explores the duality of human nature through a narrative steeped in Gothic elements and Victorian anxieties. The text intricately weaves the tale of Dr. Jekyll, a respected scientist who concocts a potion that transforms him into the nefarious Mr. Hyde, allowing him to indulge in his darker impulses without societal repercussions. Stevenson's sharp prose and evocative imagery not only engage the reader ...