Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde abridged for schools by KJ O’Hara

Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde: Abridged For Schools

Jekyll and Hyde abridged for schools and younger readers, adapted to make Stevenson’s Gothic novella clearer and more accessible.

Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
Adapted by: KJ O’Hara
Format: Paperback
Suitable for: Students aged 11+, schools, tutors and younger readers

About This Abridged Edition

This edition helps students understand the mystery, tension and unsettling atmosphere of Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde. The story follows Mr Utterson as he investigates the strange connection between the respectable Dr Jekyll and the disturbing Mr Hyde.

The abridged text keeps the main plot clear and readable. As a result, younger readers can follow the investigation, the clues and the gradual revelation at the heart of the novella. Teachers can also use the book for shared reading, independent study and classroom discussion.

What’s Included

This edition includes an abridged version of Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde, along with educational materials that support understanding and study.

The additional sections help students explore the plot, characters, themes and background of the novella. They also support discussion of Gothic fiction, secrecy, reputation, duality, science, morality and Victorian society.

Who This Book Is For

This book suits teachers, students, tutors, parents and younger readers who want a clearer route into Stevenson’s Gothic classic.

It works well for school reading, home study and independent reading. It can also help students build confidence before moving on to the full novella or other nineteenth-century texts.