num_pages: 192
description: A scholarly edition of Robert Louis Stevenson's popular novel, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. First published as a 'shilling shocker', it became an instant classic in 1886. The protagonist lives a double life, by day working as a respectable doctor and by night roaming the back alleys of London. It remains one of the best tales ever written about the divided self.This edition contains a substantial introduction, with the story of the novel's composition, first publication and early reception. A survey of the main critical interpretations is followed by a brief study of its language and an overview of important derivative works.Key Features:- The most complete, scholarly edition of Jekyll and Hyde-with full introduction, notes, etc.- The story of the composition and publication reveals new details of interest to RLS biographers- Summarizes the various critical approaches to Jekyll and Hyde- Explanatory notes cover archaic and Scots language, the origins and meanings of characters' names, and comment on cultural and literary allusions.
language: English
title: Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
titlecomplete: Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (The Collected Works of Robert Louis Stevenson)
characters: Richard Enfield, Poole (Jekyll & Hyde), Mr Gabriel John Utterson, Dr Henry Jekyll, Mr Edward Hyde, Dr Hastie Lanyon
genres: Classics, Fantasy, Mystery, Gothic, School, Audiobook, Literature, 19th Century, Horror, Science Fiction
ratings_count: 546425
places: United Kingdom, London, England, England
awards: awardedAt: 915177600000
name: Independent Publisher Book Award (IPPY)
category: Audio Fiction - Abridged
publisher: Edinburgh University Press