Quotes Flashcards
as a beloved
duality
public vs private
‘as a beloved daydream on the thought of separating these elements, if each could be housed in separate identities ,life would be relieved of all that was unbearable’
-housed in separate identities’ suggests a physical separation of his different selves,emphasising the extreme duality of his personality
-unbearable conveys the intensity of the conflict between his desires and sense of morality, suggesting that the burden of keeping his darker desires in check has become too great
-beloved daydream conveys the deep longing that Dr Jekyll feels for his separation and suggests this is frequent, if not constant, thought that brings him pleasure
-he believed if he could separate his darker self from his public persona he could live a life free of the ‘unbearable burden ‘which reveals the extent to which he feels conflicted and weighed down by the dichotomy between his public appearance and true self
sum of duality
‘man is not truly one but truly two’
-the idea that all human beings have a dual nature
-truly emphasises idea that this duality is an essential and undeniable part of human nature which suggests there’s no escaping this duality; it is not simply a superficial or temporary phenomenon but an intrinsic aspect of who we are as humans
-Character of Jekyll embodies this duality as on the surface he seems to be a respectable, upstanding member of society however his experiments reveal the darker side of his personality as the fact both these personalities exist within the same person is a powerful illusion of the duality Stevenson is exploring
Conflict between science and religion
‘It was Hyde alone,that was guilty.Jekyll was not worse he would even attempt where it was possible to undo the evil done by Hyde’
-reveals the complex relationship between science and religion
-on one hand his experiments allows him to separate his good and evil selves which he believes is a fundamental aspect of human nature however as he removes the need for personal responsibility and accounting and allows himself to act out his darkest desires without consequences
-his attempts to undo the harm can be seen as a form of redemption, which is associated with religious beliefs which shows his experiment is not entirely divorced from religious or moral concerns, and he is attempting to reconcile his scientific knowledge with his sense of morality and personal responsibility
setting quotes
‘The fog still slept on the wing above the drowned city, where the lamps glimmered like carbuncles’
-Creates vivid imagery of a dark and eerie setting, contributing to the novels overall atmosphere of mystery and secrecy .The word drowned suggests a sense of foreboding and danger ,as if the city is submerged in darkness and chaos.
-Fog adds to the sense of obscurity and concealment as if the character are moving through a murky and treacherous landscape
-fog is personified to be sleeping which implies a sense of stillness and quiet ,but also a potential for danger and unseen threats
‘lamp…carbuncles contributes to the mood as the word carbuncles suggest menace and danger as if the light from the lamps is somehow tainted or corrupted and the verb ‘glimmered ‘suggests a faint and uncertain light, adding to the sense of obscuring and concealment in the setting
city in an
‘Some city in a nightmare’
-a description of the eerie and unsettling atmosphere that pervades the novel.
-The use of the indefinite article “some” suggests that the city is not specific or identifiable, which reinforces the idea of a nightmarish, surreal landscape.
-The metaphor of a “nightmare” underscores the theme of horror and fear that runs throughout the novel, and suggests a sense of unreality or disorientation.
-The phrase “in a nightmare” implies that the city is not real or tangible, but rather a product of the imagination or subconscious.
-The quote emphasizes the idea of the “Other,” which is a key theme in the novel, as it suggests a sense of otherworldliness or uncanniness
utterson pun
‘If he be Mr Hyde I shall be Mr Seek’
-Shows the character of Utterson’s desire to uncover the truth and his guilt of not being able to prevent the negative consequences of Dr Jekyll’s actions. He is a character who seeks to do what is right and is loyal to his friends but is haunted by a sense of guilt over his failure to prevent Dr Jekyll’s downward spiral
-how his search for truth is tied to his own sense of morality and ethics .His willingness to seek out Mr Hyde shows that he is a character who values justice and is not afraid to confront difficult truths even if they may be uncomfortable or unpleasant which makes him a sympathetic and admirable character
hyde trampling
‘The man trampled calmly over the Childs body and left her screaming ‘
-oxymoron is striking as it suggests that Hyde is completely devoid of any compassion or empathy for the child he has just injured and is unaffected by the violence he has just committed
-‘left her screaming’ left shows that he is completely unconcerned with the welfare of the child
-screaming adds to the sense of brutality in the scene
-establishes Hyde as a menacing and dangerous character
hydes appearance
Hyde’s appearance is described as ‘something displeasing, something downright detestable. He must be deformed somewhere; he gives a strong feeling of deformity’
-using of adjectives displeasing and detestable conveys a strong sense of disgust and repulsion ,which suggests that his appearance is deeply unsettling to Enfield
-use of modal verbs must implies Enfield is certain there is something wrong with his appearance which emphasises the stength of Enfield’s reaction to him but he is unable to pinpoint what exactly it is
-the word somewhere creates a sense of ambiguity and uncertainty which contributes to the mystery and intrigue surrounding Hyde’s character
murder of Sir Danvis Carew
‘Hyde broke out of all bounds…with ape-like fury, he was trampling his victim under his foot and hailing a storm of blows under which the bones were audibly shattered’
–verb broke out suggests that his violent behaviour is uncontrollable and instinctual ,which highlights the theme of primitive and animalistic behaviour
-simile reinforces the idea and suggests that Hyde is not fully human
-hailing….blows is a metaphor which shows that emphasises the intensity and force of Hyde’s attack and shows he is not reacting to the situation but actively seeking to harm his victim
-audibly shattered is a gruesome and disturbing audible detail that underscores the brutality of the attack and emphasises the primitive and animalistic nature of Hyde’s behaviour
-shows he stark contrast between Hyde and Jekyll
poole
‘sir I’m afraid’
-shows his concern about his master to involve himself for the first time.shows a great deal of care and respect that he has for Jekyll
SIR cAREW
‘An aged and beautiful gentlemen with white hair’
-descritption is feminised perpetuating the view that females are helpless in the novella
-white hair is symbol of purity and distinguishment
“such an innocent and wild-world kindness”
-This emphasises Carew’s vulnerability, heightening the magnitude and effect of the violence committed by Hyde against him.
beef of my lanyon and jekyll
‘unscientific balderdash’
- is a dismissive and critical statement made by Dr. Lanyon about Dr. Jekyll’s experiments and beliefs. The phrase “unscientific” suggests a lack of rigor and empirical evidence, which is incompatible with the scientific method. The use of the term “balderdash” further emphasizes the idea that Dr. Lanyon regards Dr. Jekyll’s ideas as nonsensical and without merit. The quote highlights the tension between science and religion in the novel and underscores the idea that Dr. Jekyll’s experiments are seen as a threat to established beliefs and traditions
lanyons kindness
‘I felt bound to do as he requested’
-shows how he is a faithful friend to Jekyll despite falling out
‘welcomed him with both hands’
-suggests he is kind and respectful and symbolic of a Victorian gentlemen and shows he is a warm character
When lanyon encounters hyde
‘icy pang among my blood’
-metaphorical description of the physical and emotional shock experienced by Lanyon upon witnessing Hyde
-use of the adjective “icy” suggests a cold, numbing sensation, which underscores the disturbing and unsettling nature of the revelation.
-The use of the noun “pang” implies a sudden and sharp feeling, which emphasizes the visceral and immediate impact of the event on Lanyon.
-The phrase “among my blood” suggests a physical and physiological response, which underscores the idea that the transformation has a profound and unsettling impact on Lanyon’s well-being
enfield suspiscious
‘about 3 o’clock of a black winter morning’
-leads reader to wonder if he is morally strict as originally thought.By showing that even the epitome of the Victorian gentlemen harbors secrets,Stevenson is showing the harmful nature of this stereotype
enfield after seeing jekyll turn to Hyde
‘But Mr Enfield only nodded his head very seriously’
-is a reaction to the revelation that Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde are the same person. The use of the adverb “only” suggests a sense of understatement or restraint, which underscores the gravity of the situation.
-The phrase “nodded his head very seriously” suggests a solemn and contemplative response, which reflects the weighty nature of the revelation. This quote highlights the theme of duality in the novel and underscores the idea that appearances can be deceiving
oxymoron of lawyers
‘shady lawyers’
-oxymoron which is ironic as they should deliver justice but instead are criminals themselves
-Utterson defies this stereotype by being the moral compass of the novella
Lanyon being a bad friend
‘Henry Jekyll has become too fanciful for me’
-he is more concerned about his wellbeing rather than the fact that he is acting immorally
