An Analysis of Robert Louis Stevenson's
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

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INCIDENT AT THE WINDOW

An Analysis of Chapter 7

Tone

The Tone Is Ominous And Suspenseful, Punctuated With A Deep Sense Of Foreboding Especially During The Encounter With Dr. Jekyll.

Basic Stats

Intensity Clarity Conflict Resolution Pacing
Thrilling - (4) Understandable - (3) There's some - (3) None - (1) Moderate - (3)

Basically...

During a walk, Utterson and Enfield witness Jekyll's profound despair and sudden terror while looking out of his window, which deeply unsettles both men.

In more detail...

On their customary Sunday stroll, Mr. Utterson and Mr. Enfield pass by the mysterious door again, where they reflect on the end of the Mr. Hyde saga. They decide to visit the court behind Jekyll's house to possibly cheer him up. However, upon seeing Jekyll at the window, they witness a drastic change in his demeanor: from a moment of sadness to one of utter terror, which prompts Jekyll to swiftly close the window, leaving Utterson and Enfield shocked and disturbed as they leave in silence.
Characters
  • Mr. Utterson
    • About - Utterson sees Jekyll in a state of despair and witnesses his sudden terror, which leaves him shaken.
    • Personality Traits - Empathetic, curious, and concerned for Jekyll's well-being.
    • Physical Characteristics - Not explicitly described in this chapter.
    • Character Connections
      • Mr. Enfield - His companion on the walk and relative by marriage.
      • Dr. Jekyll - Whom he observes through the window and expresses concern for his health.
  • Mr. Enfield
    • About - Enfield accompanies Utterson and shares in the chilling experience of seeing Jekyll's terror.
    • Personality Traits - Observant, engages in casual conversation, deeply affected by the incident.
    • Physical Characteristics - Not explicitly described in this chapter.
    • Character Connections
      • Mr. Utterson - His relative by marriage and walking partner, shares a mutual shock at the incident.
      • Dr. Jekyll - His observation of Jekyll marks a troubling encounter.
  • Dr. Jekyll
    • About - Jekyll is spotted by Utterson and Enfield looking desolate before displaying an expression of terror and closing his window quickly.
    • Personality Traits - Depressed, polite but insistent on isolation, harboring an overwhelming fear.
    • Physical Characteristics - Describes him as looking deeply sad, akin to a disconsolate prisoner.
    • Character Connections
      • Mr. Utterson - He is the subject of Utterson's concern, and unexpectedly exposes his terror to Utterson.
      • Mr. Enfield - Passively engages with him, yet remains the focus of a distressing moment.