The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (The Classic Unabridged Edition) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. A Victorian London tale of dual identity, psychological horror, and betrayalBy Robert Louis Stevenson
Length4h 19m
About this audiobook
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a concise yet profound Gothic novella that dramatizes the divided self through the mystery of a respectable physician and his monstrous alter ego. Written in a taut, investigative style, the narrative unfolds through legal testimony, letters, and withheld confession, aligning Victorian sensation fiction with moral allegory. Its London setting, at once respectable and shadowed, reflects late nineteenth-century anxieties about science, degeneration, repression, and the unstable boundaries of identity. Robert Louis Stevenson, born in Edinburgh in 1850, was shaped by a strict Presbyterian inheritance, chronic illness, and a lifelong fascination with adventure, psychology, and moral conflict. His own experience of bodily frailty and imaginative intensity helped inform his portrayal of hidden impulses struggling against social decorum. Composed during a period of creative urgency, the novella distills Stevenson's gift for romance, suspense, and philosophical inquiry into one of his most enduring works. This classic unabridged edition is essential for readers interested in Gothic literature, Victorian culture, or the origins of modern psychological fiction. It remains gripping as a tale of horror and remarkably subtle as a meditation on hypocrisy, desire, and responsibility.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreHorror, Mystery and Thriller
Length4 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 31, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (The Classic Unabridged Edition) (Annotated)
10Incident of the Letter
2Introduction
11Incident of Dr. Lanyon
3Synopsis
12Incident at the Window
4Historical Context
13The Last Night
5Author Biography
14Dr. Lanyon’s Narrative
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6Story of the Door
15Henry Jekyll’s Full Statement of the Case
7Search for Mr. Hyde
16Analysis
8Dr. Jekyll was Quite at Ease
17Reflection
9The Carew Murder Case
18Memorable Quotes
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