Robert Louis Stevenson

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The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Beschreibung

Robert Louis Stevenson's The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a haunting exploration of the duality of human nature that continues to captivate readers today. Dr. Jekyll, a respected scientist, creates a potion that transforms him into the sinister Mr. Hyde, unleashing his inner darkness. The novella delves into the depths of human morality, the allure of forbidden desires, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. Watch the streets of Victorian London become a battleground of good versus evil, shrouded in suspense and mystery. Dr. Jekyll's sinister alter ego wreaks havoc, and Mr. Utterson, Jekyll's lawyer and friend, races to uncover the truth. Jekyll and Hyde remains a classic of psychological horror, raising questions about the human soul's capacity for both good and evil. It continues to be studied in schools and universities, a testament to its enduring relevance and significance.

Autor

Robert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish writer born on November 13, 1850, in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. He became renowned for his diverse body of work, which includes novels, essays, poetry, and travel writing. Some of his most celebrated works are Treasure Island, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Kidnapped, and A Child s Garden of Verses. Stevenson was educated at the University of Edinburgh and attended both the Edinburgh Academy Senior School and Edinburgh Law School. Although initially studying law, he pursued a career in writing, drawing inspiration from authors such as Charles Dickens, Edgar Allan Poe, Walter Scott, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Guy de Maupassant. He married Fanny Stevenson in 1880, and they lived together until his death in 1894. Stevenson s writing often explored themes of adventure, morality, and the duality of human nature, particularly evident in Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. He spent the latter part of his life in Samoa, where he passed away on December 3, 1894, at the age of 44. His works have left a lasting impact on literature, influencing generations of writers and readers.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Living Book Press
• Seitenzahl: 122
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 165g
• ISBN-13: 9781761531071
• ISBN-10: 1761531077
• Artikelnr.: 72529249