Utterson Flashcards
Law
occupation mentioned many times
shapes him as a moral and relatable character to wealthy readers
reflection of Stevenson: had education in law in case writing failed
religious impact
formulates routine around church bells around his house- subtle but rigid importance of religion in his routine ‘clock of the neighbouring church rang out the hour of twelve when he would soberly go to bed’- lives a moral life
Victorian gentlemen
emphasises Hyde’s’ evil and unreputable behaviour as going for walks maintains your public appearance as a Victorian London man
Trustworthy and Loyal
keeps strong friendship with Jekyll even when he doubts his private activities, has an ‘approved tolerance of others’
Jekyll ‘cherished for Mr Utterson a sincere and warm affection’
respectable
aware of societal expectations of a reputable individual in his society
in public maintains a serious demeanour and is solemn but enjoys pursuits like theatres despite never going in private
curious
despite generally conforming to societal expectations as much as possible he has a curious streak
speaks his mind even if it compromises his friendships like Jekyll
Relationships- Jekyll
Jekyll confides in him a frequently throughout
Utterson is rational and conserved but Jekyll tends to be unconventional in his line of work and life, reluctant to reveal anything to Utterson- even the closest friendships have distance
relationships- Hyde
obvious immediate dislike to Hyde- prejudiced?
suspicious and shocked by his violent nature- he makes him nervous
contrasts with Hyde’s general solitude
relationships- Enfield
his friend and cousin, often take walks in London, his fav part of the day ‘the two men put the greatest store by these excursions’
‘a rugged countenance that was never lighted by a smile’
reserved, gives his voice authority
unlikely to be biased by emotionality
aware of the public private persona in Victorian London
‘If he be Mr Hyde, I shall be Mr Seek’
curious, inquisitive member of society
displays insatiable curiosity intrinsic to his character
emphasises theme of duality woven through novella
alludes to detective novel conventions
‘I felt bound to do as he requested’
trustworthy nature and aptitude suited for his profession: law
shows strong relationship between him and Jekyll
‘mark of a modest man’
embodiment of a well respected man, eminently Victorian society
alliteration
