The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a classic novella by Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1886. The story follows the well-respected Dr. Henry Jekyll, a kind and generous man who is well-liked by all who know him. However, Jekyll has a dark side, and he has been experimenting with a potion that will allow him to separate his good and evil sides. One night, Jekyll drinks the potion and transforms into the evil Mr. Hyde. Hyde is a cruel and violent man who commits a series of heinous crimes. As the story progresses, Jekyll and Hyde become increasingly intertwined, and Jekyll finds himself unable to control his transformation. The story culminates in a dramatic confrontation between Jekyll and Hyde, and the truth behind their relationship is revealed. In the end, Jekyll is forced to accept the consequences of his actions and the duality of his nature.
By Robert Louis Stevenson · First published 1886 · Genre: Gothic Fiction, Mystery, Horror · 10 chapters