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When lawyer Gabriel John Utterson witnesses the odd behavior of a man named Edward Hyde, who uses cheques signed by Utterson's friend Dr. Henry Jekyll, he decides to investigate the strange and violent man. Utterson soon discovers the horrible and incredible truth in the form of a letter written by Dr. Jekyll and left near the body of the late Mr. Hyde.
Author Robert Louis Stevenson is believed to have had a somewhat volatile relationship with...
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Scientist Dr. Henry Jekyll believes every human has two minds: one good and one evil. He develops a potion to separate them from each other. Soon, his evil mind takes over, and Dr. Jekyll becomes a hideous fiend known as Mr. Hyde. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded introduction, bolded glossary words and...
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"The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a gripping and chilling tale of duality, morality, and the darker aspects of human nature. Set in Victorian London, the story follows the respected Dr. Henry Jekyll, a scientist who becomes obsessed with separating his good and evil impulses.
As Jekyll's experiments progress, he unwittingly unleashes his malevolent alter ego, Mr. Hyde, a figure of pure evil. Stevenson's narrative...
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Experiencing a story read out loud is one of the oldest forms of entertainment there is. Fireside Reading is a way to slow down, reconnect with the timeless wisdom of great books and rediscover the simple pleasure of being read to. Join Gildart Jackson in front of a cozy fire as he reads The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson to you and your family from beginning to end.
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This gem of a production was nominated for six Emmy Awards and is acclaimed as the finest of all the interpretations. Called "ornately atmospheric horror," by The Hollywood Reporter, it is a powerful adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's unforgettable tale, featuring Jack Palance as the mild Dr. Jekyll and the brutally evil Mr. Hyde.
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A single person-but with two personalities: one that's noble and kind and another that's pure, repulsive evil. Robert Louis Stevenson's engrossing masterpiece about the dual nature of man-and a good doctor whose thirst for knowledge has tragic consequences-serves up all the suspense and satisfying chills one expects from the best horror and science fiction. A single person-but with two personalities: one that's noble and kind and another that's pure,...
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Two of the greatest novels of the 19th Century are collected together in this double-feature by master storyteller Robert Louis Stevenson!
First, the swashbuckling epic tale of high-seas adventure "Treasure Island." When young Jim Hawkins discovers a map to the legendary pirate Captain Flint's buried treasure, he embarks on an ocean voyage to retrieve it with the help of Squire Trelawney, Doctor Livesey and the mischievous sea-cook Long John Silver....
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Experiencing a story read out loud is one of the oldest forms of entertainment there is. Fireside Reading is a way to slow down, reconnect with the timeless wisdom of great books and rediscover the simple pleasure of being read to. Join Gildart Jackson in front of a cozy fire as he reads The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson to you and your family from beginning to end.
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In Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Robert Louis Stevenson presents a story both fantastical and familiar. While you may not possess a mysterious potion that allows you to transform into another identity, most people compartmentalize aspects of their personality to some degree and must battle against their darker urges. Published in 1886, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde begins as an amateur detective novel but ends as a powerful critic...
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On their weekly walk, an eminently sensible, trustworthy lawyer named Mr. Utterson listens as his friend Enfield tells a gruesome tale of assault. The tale describes a sinister figure named Mr. Hyde who tramples a young girl, disappears into a door on the street, and reemerges to pay off her relatives with a check signed by a respectable gentleman. Since both Utterson and Enfield disapprove of gossip, they agree to speak no further of the matter....
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Two of the greatest novels of the 19th Century are collected together in this double-feature by master storyteller Robert Louis Stevenson!
First, the swashbuckling epic tale of high-seas adventure "Treasure Island." When young Jim Hawkins discovers a map to the legendary pirate Captain Flint's buried treasure, he embarks on an ocean voyage to retrieve it with the help of Squire Trelawney, Doctor Livesey and the mischievous sea-cook Long John Silver....
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Pocas veces un libro ha penetrado tanto en el imaginario colectivo y la psicología humana como El extraño caso del Dr. Jekyll y Mr. Hyde; incluso hasta formar parte del vocabulario corriente para designar trastornos de doble personalidad.
La historia sigue al abogado Gabriel John Utterson por las calles de Londres, quien, ocupándose de los asuntos de sus ricos y aristócratas amigos, llega a ganar la confianza del Dr. Jekyll-científico obsesionado...
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Unlock the more straightforward side of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde with this concise and insightful summary and analysis! This engaging summary presents an analysis of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson, the story of a criminal lawyer in London and his investigation into strange occurrences between his friend, Dr. Jekyll, and the evil Mr. Hyde. The investigation will lead him into an exploration...
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Collins Classics brings you a haunting selection of the finest horror stories from classic literature - featuring works by Bram Stoker, Edgar Allan Poe, Robert Louis Stevenson and Mary Shelley - with additional content.
Complete with a Life & Times section for each author, which offers insights into their lives, works and the time of publication, and a handy glossary adapted from the Collins English Dictionary, this Collins Classics Collection will...
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Three beloved nineteenth-century classics featuring pirate adventures, sparring knights, and gothic chills.
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: In this timeless gothic horror novella, the upstanding Dr. Jekyll is plagued by his association with the mysterious and murderous brute Mr. Hyde-until the shocking truth of the doctor's dual nature is revealed.
Treasure Island: This classic adventure novel tells the story of young Jim Hawkins, who...
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The Best Short Works of One of English Literature’s Most Masterful Storytellers Collected in a Single Volume
Known mostly for his seminal full-length works, such as the famous classics Treasure Island and Kidnapped, Robert Louis Stevenson’s masterful short fiction is often overshadowed. Now these pioneering works in the English short story tradition are presented here, collected in a single volume.
Including the beloved novella "The Strange...
20) Novels for students: Volume 11presenting analysis, context, and criticism on commonly studied novels
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c2001
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Each volume provides discussions of the literary and historical background of novels from various cultures and time periods. Includes concise synopses of plot, characters and themes, a brief author biography, discussion of the story's cultural and historical significance, and excerpted criticism.
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