The Life of Robert Louis Stevenson

By Graham Balfour

Book Overview

The Life of Robert Louis Stevenson by Balfour, Graham is a biography of the famous Scottish author and poet Robert Louis Stevenson. The book covers Stevenson's life from his childhood in Edinburgh to his travels in Europe and the South Pacific, as well as his literary career and personal relationships. Balfour draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Stevenson's letters and diaries, to paint a vivid portrait of the man behind such beloved works as Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Along the way, the book explores Stevenson's struggles with health issues, his complex family dynamics, and his enduring legacy as one of the most important writers of the 19th century. With its engaging prose and insightful analysis, The Life of Robert Louis Stevenson is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of this literary giant.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417969776
• ISBN13: 9781417969777
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 1.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"