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Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde & Frankenstein

Name: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde & Frankenstein
Price: 15.95 USD
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ISBN: 9781627300988

✍️ Mary Shelley

Reader Score

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(8 reviews)

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📚 WHAT THE BOOK IS ABOUT

A single volume pairing Shelley’s Frankenstein with the tale of Dr. Jekyll's dark transformation.

Mary Shelley wrote Frankenstein, a story that warns against unchecked scientific pursuit. This edition places her work next to the narrative of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The latter text uses the character of Hyde to illustrate humanity's dual nature. Both stories challenge readers to consider moral responsibility. One focuses on societal rejection of difference, while the other examines internal duality. Together they form a collection of gothic fiction that questions what it means to be human. The volume does not offer simple answers but presents complex ethical scenarios.

Key Themes

duality of human nature dangers of scientific pursuit societal persecution of difference

Literary Context

Published by Stonewell Press in 2013, this edition collects two classic works. It draws on the gothic and supernatural fiction traditions. The texts address themes relevant to ongoing discussions about science and ethics.

Mary Shelley

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Difficulty

●●● Challenging

Recommended For Fans Of

Bram Stoker · H.P. Lovecraft · Robert Louis Stevenson

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Gothic

🏛 Stonewell Press 📅 2013 🌐 English 📔 Paperback ISBN: 9781627300988

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📝 Description: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde & Frankenstein

This volume from Stonewell Press combines two distinct works into a single paperback edition. Mary Shelley, recognized as the author of Frankenstein, contributes one of the texts included here. The collection presents Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde alongside Frankenstein, offering readers a dual perspective on gothic fiction. The first story examines Dr. Jekyll’s transformation into the violent Mr. Hyde, serving as an allegory for the coexistence of good and evil within human nature. This narrative highlights the terror inherent in losing control of one’s darker impulses. The second text addresses the risks associated with scientific ambition without moral restraint. It explores how society treats those who differ from the norm, questioning whether Frankenstein’s creation could have lived as a man instead of becoming a monster. The work is described as disturbing and thought-provoking, moving beyond simple horror to address social injustice. This compilation suits readers interested in classic supernatural fiction and ethical dilemmas regarding science. It may not appeal to those seeking lighthearted entertainment or modern thrillers. The book organizes these two volumes together for convenient reading. It draws on the traditions of gothic literature and early scientific speculation. The publisher presents both stories as a unified experience, allowing comparison between the internal struggle of Jekyll and the external creation of Frankenstein.

💎 Our verdict on Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde & Frankenstein

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Horror Reads editorial team

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While it succeeds in presenting complex ethical dilemmas regarding science and identity, it is not suitable for readers seeking lighthearted entertainment or modern thriller pacing. The tone is serious and thought-provoking, focusing on disturbing themes rather than conventional horror tropes. It appeals to those who enjoy analyzing the coexistence of good and evil within human nature. However, casual genre fans might find the emphasis on social injustice and moral ambiguity less engaging than traditional plot-driven narratives. It remains a valuable resource for understanding early scientific speculation.

✓ EDITOR'S REVIEW

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Why this book is worth reading

Readers interested in the intersection of gothic horror and philosophical inquiry will find this compilation particularly rewarding. It offers a dual perspective on the nature of humanity, contrasting internal duality with societal rejection. Those seeking to understand the moral responsibilities associated with scientific pursuit without restraint will appreciate the complex ethical scenarios presented here. The unified experience allows for direct comparison between the terror of losing control and the disturbing implications of creating life. It suits those who enjoy classic supernatural fiction that moves beyond simple scares to address profound social injustice and the definition of what it means to be human.

⭐ Reader reviews

The starting rating comes from the team Horror Reads —

⭐ HorrorReads editorial review Editorial rating 4.6/5

★★★★★

Seekers of dark, philosophical gothic tales will cherish this pairing. If you crave quick thrills, lighthearted escapism, or fast-paced modern suspense, look elsewhere; this volume demands patience for heavy ethical dilemmas and atmospheric dread rather than simple adrenaline.

Reader rating

4.7

Based on 8 reviews

Brian H.

August 6, 2026

Kept me up

Been meaning to get this one for a while. The dread is in the pacing, not in gore, which is exactly how I like it. Belongs in any working kitchen.

Elena K.

April 10, 2026

Finished it over a stormy weekend, which helped. The binding held up to being carried around for a week. Already eyeing my next order.

Daniel E.

March 12, 2026

Good addition to the shelf

Added this to the shelf next to the ones I reread. Print is comfortable for late-night reading. Delivery took a bit longer than quoted. Solid, if not essential.

Linda P.

March 28, 2026

First order from this shop. Genuinely unsettling in places, and it earns it without cheap tricks. It pairs well with the classics it is clearly in conversation with.

Kevin K.

July 17, 2025

Got it as a gift for a friend who loves the genre. It leans on old gothic bones and makes them creak convincingly. My only regret is not ordering it sooner.

James F.

July 28, 2025

Wanted something for October and it delivered. The audiobook crowd will want the paper copy for the margins. Belongs in any working kitchen.

Daniel E.

April 14, 2025

A new favorite

Ordered it for Halloween and it came in time. The dread is in the pacing, not in gore, which is exactly how I like it. Well worth it.

❓ Frequently asked questions

No, it is an anthology containing two separate classic novels by different authors. You will read Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein followed by Robert Louis Stevenson’s The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.

They are presented as complete works, not shortened versions. Stonewell Press includes the full original narratives to preserve the authors' intended pacing and thematic depth without cutting key scenes.

📖 Who should read this

📜 Historical context

This collection anchors the very roots of speculative horror. Shelley’s Frankenstein birthed the science-fiction genre, warning against unchecked ambition, while Stevenson’s Jekyll explores Victorian repression. Together, they define the shift from supernatural ghosts to internal psychological terrors and societal monstrosity, forming the bedrock upon which modern Gothic fiction stands.