* Mr. Hyde is undeniably more overtly unpleasant. He's violent, cruel, and embodies pure evil. He acts on his darkest impulses without any restraint or remorse.
* Dr. Jekyll, on the other hand, is more complex. He's initially charming and well-respected, but his inner struggle with his dark side makes him ultimately tragic. He is responsible for the evil Hyde commits, but he is also a victim of his own internal conflict.
Ultimately, whether you find Mr. Hyde or Dr. Jekyll more unpleasant depends on your perspective.
Here's a breakdown:
Mr. Hyde's Unpleasantness:
* Physical Violence: Hyde commits acts of physical violence, including murder.
* Cruelty: He takes pleasure in inflicting pain and suffering on others.
* Lack of Morality: Hyde is completely devoid of any sense of right and wrong.
Dr. Jekyll's Unpleasantness:
* Hypocrisy: Jekyll pretends to be a virtuous man while secretly harboring a dark side.
* Self-Deception: He deludes himself into believing he can control his dark side, ultimately leading to his downfall.
* The Source of Hyde's Evil: While Hyde is the embodiment of evil, Jekyll is responsible for its existence and actions.
So, while Mr. Hyde is undeniably the more overtly unpleasant character, Dr. Jekyll's internal conflict and hypocrisy make him a more complex and, in some ways, more unsettling figure.