Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, The (PD)

di Robert Louis Stevenson (Autore)

Booker, 2025

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a haunting Gothic classic by Robert Louis Stevenson that delves deep into the duality of human nature. Set in the fog-shrouded streets of Victorian London, it follows the story of Dr. Henry Jekyll, a well-respected physician who seeks to separate the good and evil sides of his personality through scientific experimentation. The result is the creation of Edward Hyde, a brutal and remorseless alter ego who emerges whenever Jekyll takes his transformative potion. As Hyde grows stronger and increasingly violent, Jekyll finds himself losing control, leading to tragic consequences. The narrative unfolds as a chilling mystery, told through the eyes of Jekyll’s loyal friend and lawyer, Gabriel Utterson, who slowly uncovers the horrifying truth behind the connection between the two men. This timeless novella is a profound reflection on the struggle between virtue and vice, the facade of social respectability, and the dangers of unchecked ambition. Rich in psychological depth and moral complexity, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde continues to resonate with modern readers for its exploration of identity, repression, and the monstrous potential that lies within us all. A masterpiece of suspense and philosophical inquiry, this short yet powerful tale remains essential reading for lovers of classic literature, psychological thrillers, and ethical dilemmas that still echo today.

• Autore: Robert Louis Stevenson
• Durata in (hh:mm:ss): 02:27:45
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Booker
• Lingua: Inglese
• EAN: 9798318046544