dr lanyon

• Who symbolizes reputability in the novel?

  1. Hastie Lanyon
• What role does Lanyon play in the plot?

  He provides scientific skepticism against Jekyll.
• Who is the first person to witness Jekyll's transformation?

  1. Hastie Lanyon
• How does Lanyon's scientific approach differ from Jekyll's?

  Lanyon focuses on tangible science, Jekyll on metaphysical.
• What is Lanyon's approach to science in relation to religion?

  • Lanyon's research coexists with religion and spirituality.
  • He focuses on the material realm, not metaphysical.
• What characteristic describes Lanyon's attitude towards Jekyll's experiments?

  Stubborn
• How does Lanyon's distance from Jekyll reflect his values?

  It shows his dedication to rationality and integrity.
• How does Lanyon describe his relationship with Jekyll?

  As "my colleague and old-school companion."
• What disagreement did Lanyon and Jekyll have?

  Over Jekyll's "unscientific balderdash."
• How does Lanyon act as a foil to Jekyll?

  He represents the extremes of scientific belief.
• What does Lanyon's conservative approach represent?

  Those who resented changes from the industrial revolution.
• What does Lanyon write to Utterson about?

  Jekyll's transformation incident.
• How does Utterson serve in the relationship between Lanyon and Jekyll?

  As a common bond between them.
• What is the significance of Lanyon's deathbed scene?

  • Emphasizes tension in the Jekyll & Hyde mystery.
  • Introduces Lanyon in a vulnerable state.
  • Juxtaposes Lanyon's strength with his weakness.
• What does Lanyon leave behind after his death?

  A letter addressed to Utterson.
• What does Lanyon's letter instruct Utterson to do?

  Not to open it until Jekyll's death.
• What does Lanyon's narrative reveal about his character?

  His rational mind and its impact from Jekyll's science.
• What does Lanyon witness that affects him deeply?

  Hyde transforming into Jekyll.
• What do Lanyon's key quotes reveal about his character?

  • Shows loyalty to Jekyll despite differences.
  • Reflects kindness and respect as a gentleman.
  • Highlights his traditional views on science.
• What does the phrase "Jekyll became too fanciful for me" imply about Lanyon?

  He values traditional science over Jekyll's ideas.
• What does the metaphor "icy pang along my blood" suggest about Lanyon's feelings towards Hyde?

  He is shocked and disturbed by Hyde.