How does Stevenson present Mr Hyde as an evil, unforgiving criminal in the novel as a whole?

Throughout the novel, Mr Hyde is presented as an animalistic figure that lacks empathy for others when committing brutal acts of violence. When attacking the old gentleman, Hyde’s “ape-like fury” as he tramples his victim creates a separation from humanity, entering the barbaric during this criminal act. Stevenson portrays Hyde’s lack of compassion that is displayed over his victim which makes his character appear more malice and evil. It is this removal of human compassion that makes Hyde a criminal figure to fear in the entirety of the novel. As he is disconnected from the emotions that are inherent within all of mankind, he is able to commit heinous acts of criminality that show him as the epitome of evil.

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