The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

"The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," written by Robert Louis Stevenson and first published in 1886, follows London lawyer Gabriel John Utterson as he uncovers strange events involving his friend Dr. Henry Jekyll and the mysterious Edward Hyde. The novella has become a significant cultural reference, with the term "Jekyll and Hyde" symbolizing contrasting moral characters. It was an immediate success, inspiring numerous stage, film, and theatrical adaptations over the years.