Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde: Chapter 1 Story of the Door

Character- Utterson- typical Victorian gentlemen. He's "embarrased" in conversations and hides his emotions. Hes rational- as a lawyer he deals in facts and evidence 

Enfield and Utterson appear to have nothing in common but enjoy spending time together 

the two men go on sunday walks together during which they say "nothing". Their silence creates suspense and a lack of information. 

Theme -Secrecy

In Victorian society, discretion was preferred to gossip. It's Enfields rule to not ask questions if something seems suspicious- he doesnt want to know about immoral behaviour.n In contrast, Utterson is often "the last repuiatble acquaintance" of men who have ruined their reputation, which suggests that hes more tolerant of the sins of others 

• Utterson and Enfield walk down a prosperous street in London. This is shown by the condition of the houses, which have "freshly…