The strange case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
- Approximate level
- B2
- Length
- 25,866 words
- Reading time
- 2 h 9 min
- Chapters
- 10
- Language
- English
- On Project Gutenberg since
- 2008
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This novella follows a lawyer named Mr. Utterson as he investigates the mysterious connection between his friend Dr. Jekyll and the sinister Mr. Hyde. Written in the late nineteenth century, the book uses formal and descriptive vocabulary that reflects the period. The sentences are often long and complex, requiring careful attention to detail. The story explores themes of morality, human duality, and social reputation. It is a challenging read because of its sophisticated sentence structure and archaic phrasing.
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