Description
Instantly the spirit of hell awoke in me and raged... I was suddenly struck by a cold shiver of fear.' This short story by Stevenson, published in 1886, immediately became a classic. It is a gothic horror novel that arose from a feverish nightmare. The hallucinatory setting in the dark back alleys of London captivated an audience fascinated by crime and violence. The mysterious relationship between the respectable doctor and his dubious companion is revealed in an original and thrilling way, with one of the most memorable endings in English literature.
Contents of this edition
- Contains, in addition to Jekyll and Hyde, various short stories and essays from the 1880s, including 'The Body Snatcher', 'Markheim' and 'Olalla', with themes such as grave robbing, a sinister doppelgänger and degeneration.
- Essays such as 'A Chapter on Dreams' and 'A Gossip on Romance' address artistic creation and the concept of 'romance'.
- Appendices with historical texts on personality disorders place the story in the proper context.
Language and usage
This edition is written in English and suitable for advanced readers at language level C1-C2. It is primarily intended for self-study, literature enthusiasts and educational purposes.
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