Characters in Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

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Who is Dr. Henry Jekyll?

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A respected doctor known for his decency and charitable works, but secretly engaged in dissolute behavior. He experiments to separate his good and evil selves, creating Mr. Hyde.

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Who is Mr. Edward Hyde?

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A strange, repugnant man who is violent and cruel. He is Dr. Jekyll's dark side, released by a mysterious potion.

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Who is Mr. Gabriel John Utterson?

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A prominent lawyer in London, reserved and dignified, curious about the sordid side of life, but struggles with the supernatural nature of Jekyll-Hyde connection.

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Who is Dr. Hastie Lanyon?

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A reputable London doctor, formerly a close friend of Dr. Jekyll. Represents rationalism and skepticism, contrasting with Jekyll's mysticism.

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Who is Mr. Poole?

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Dr. Jekyll's loyal butler for twenty years, who seeks Utterson's help when concerned about Jekyll.

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Who is Mr. Enfield?

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A distant cousin and lifelong friend of Mr. Utterson, reserved and formal, often walks with Utterson without speaking.

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Who is Mr. Guest?

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Utterson's clerk and confidant, an expert in handwriting who notices the similarity between Jekyll's and Hyde's handwriting.

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Who is Sir Danvers Carew?

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A well-liked old nobleman, a member of Parliament, and a client of Utterson.