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How effectively does Stevenson use the conventions of a Victorian Mystery story in Jekyll and Hyde?
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How was the role of the Inspector used as a dramatic device in the play of "Inspector Calls"? The play of "Inspector Calls was written by J. B Priestley in post 1914. He was born in 1894- a pivotal time in England. Priestley was well educated and went to Cambridge University. Priestley was a socialist and fully supported free education, a good life and for wealth to be shared. He supported the idea of all people being one community and stood for parliamentary candidate in 1945 even though he opposed the government. "Inspector calls" takes place in 1912 although was acted out after end of WWII. Priestley's theory of everyone being responsible for each other in some way is clearly shown in the play, with it being the main moral message. The background of England at that time is used in the play also to elevate realism and connection to the...
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