The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr..., Robert Stevenson
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr..., Robert Stevenson
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The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Author: Robert Stevenson

Narrator: Eloise Fairfax

Unabridged: 2 hr 41 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/10/2024

Categories: Fiction, Classic


Synopsis

"The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a chilling novella that explores the duality of human nature. Dr. Jekyll, a respected scientist, creates a potion that transforms him into the sinister Mr. Hyde. As Hyde, he indulges in violent and immoral behavior, uncontrollable by his own conscience. The novel delves into the dark side of human desires and the consequences of repressing one's innermost impulses. As Dr. Jekyll struggles to control his alter ego, he realizes the dangers of playing with the boundaries of good and evil. Stevenson's skillful narrative captivates readers with its psychological depth, serving as a timeless cautionary tale about the potential for darkness within us all.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Elle on February 19, 2019

55 pages later and I’m still convinced that Robert Louis Stevenson named his characters this way exclusively so he could fit in the line “if he shall be Mr. Hyde, I shall be Mr. Seek!” and honestly? that’s iconic. Quiet minds cannot be perplexed or frightened but go on in fortune or misfortun......more

Goodreads review by Anne on January 04, 2023

Pfft. This Stevenson guy totally ripped off Stan Lee's Hulk character! I mean, did this dude seriously think he could get away with what basically boils down to a copy & paste job of one of the most iconic literary characters in comics?! I. Think. Not. Stan, my friend, you have a real chance at winnin......more

Goodreads review by Vit on April 13, 2025

The origin of good… The origin of evil… Which one is stronger? Robert Louis Stevenson wrote a timeless parable. A house begins with the door… The door, which was equipped with neither bell nor knocker, was blistered and distained. Tramps slouched into the recess and struck matches on the panels; child......more

Goodreads review by Mario the lone bookwolf on February 12, 2023

Oldschool schizophrenia That created a whole subgenre The options are sheer endless, because everything is possible with such a main character(s). Who is/are they, what is real or just fiction, how long is which personality taking control, who is the really good or bad character, what is their motiv......more

Goodreads review by zuza_zaksiazkowane on August 15, 2021

Fabularnie przeciętnie, filozoficznie i metaforycznie bardzo interesujące......more