Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

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.