Stevenson's novel explores the theme of the struggle between good and evil. The main character tries to eliminate his evil side but ends up becoming self-centered and unethical, demonstrating the risks of suppressing one's dark desires. Enfield's viewpoint emphasizes Mr. Hyde's strange conduct and peculiar mannerisms, establishing a tense and unsettling ambiance. As Mr. Enfield walks home in the dark of night, he notices that the streets are "all lit up as if for a procession and all as empty as a church." This quote suggests that the streets, which represent evil, have lost all of the purity and goodness that are associated with a church, making them dark and empty. This also foreshadows the upcoming battle between good and evil that is to …show more content…
Hyde is depicted as an unstoppable and immensely powerful force, often compared to a "juggernaut." This comparison foreshadows his increasing strength and lack of control. The term "damned juggernaut" also refers to a heavy cargo vehicle, suggesting that Hyde is an immovable force with excessive strength. Additionally, Hyde's duplicitous nature is further highlighted when he compensates the family of the young girl he trampled. The novella revolves around the concept of the duality of human nature and has a captivating second chapter. Hyde, who represents the evil side of Dr. Jekyll, shows no mercy towards his victims. Utterson, Jekyll's lawyer, becomes suspicious when he discovers that Jekyll's will names Hyde as the inheritor. Stevenson uses natural metaphors to enhance the characterization and events in the story. Overall, the novella serves as a cautionary tale against giving in to one's darker desires. Utterson's butler, Poole, calls him to accompany him to Jekyll's laboratory, where they find Hyde's dead body. Poole's description of the man who walks and shouts out in the lab at night heightens the suspense. The quote "Sandwich" connects to the idea of "foul play" and keeps the reader engaged. Utterson takes away a document that deepens the