Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

by Robert Louis Stevenson

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Robert Louis Stevenson originally wrote Dr. Jekyll And Mr Hyde as a "chilling shocker." He then burned the draft and, upon his wife's advice, rewrote it as the darkly complex tale it is today. Stark, skillfully woven, this fascinating novel explores the curious turnings of human character through the strange case of Dr. Jekyll, a kindly scientist who by night takes on his stunted evil self, Mr. Hyde. Anticipating modern psychology, Jekyll And Hyde is a brilliantly original study of man's dual nature—as well as an immortal tale of suspense and terror. Published in 1866, Jekyll And Hyde was an instant success and brought Stevenson his first taste of fame. Though sometimes dismissed as a mere mystery story, the book has evoked much literary admirations. Vladimir Nabokov likened it to Madame Bovary and Dead Souls as "a fable that lies nearer to poetry than to ordinary prose fiction."
  • ISBN10 1785996223
  • ISBN13 9781785996221
  • Publish Date 15 July 2016 (first published 31 December 1963)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country GB
  • Publisher Arcturus Publishing Ltd
  • Imprint Arcturus
  • Format Paperback
  • Pages 240
  • Language English