In The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Robert Louis Stevenson explores the duality of human nature through the story of Dr. Henry Jekyll, a well-respected doctor, and his sinister alter ego, Mr. Edward Hyde. The novella begins with the mysterious and violent behavior of Hyde, whose actions seem to be unprovoked and inexplicable. As the story unfolds, Dr. Jekyll’s struggle with his dark side is revealed, culminating in his transformation into Hyde, allowing him to indulge in his immoral desires without consequence. Told through the perspective of Mr. Utterson, Jekyll’s lawyer, the novella delves into themes of identity, morality, and the darker aspects of the human soul, leaving readers to ponder the complexities of good and evil within one person.