Why does Jekyll create Hyde?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the motivations and themes behind the transformation of Dr. Jekyll into Mr. Hyde, a central idea in the story 'Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde' by Robert Louis Stevenson. It explores the duality of human nature and the consequences of suppressing one's darker side.
Answer
Dr. Jekyll creates Mr. Hyde to separate his hidden evil desires from his public personality.
Dr. Jekyll creates Mr. Hyde to separate his hidden evil desires from his public personality.
Answer for screen readers
Dr. Jekyll creates Mr. Hyde to separate his hidden evil desires from his public personality.
More Information
Dr. Jekyll's transformation into Mr. Hyde allows him to indulge in his dark desires without damaging his respectable social reputation.
Tips
A common mistake is to oversimplify the reason behind the transformation, overlooking Jekyll's recognition of the duality within human nature.
Sources
- Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde - en.wikipedia.org
- Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: Questions & Answers - SparkNotes - sparknotes.com
