Essays of Travel

by Robert Louis Stevenson

Overview

Embark on a journey through 19th-century Europe with Robert Louis Stevenson's "Essays of Travel." This captivating collection showcases Stevenson's masterful travel writing, offering a glimpse into his personal experiences and insightful observations. More than just accounts of physical journeys, these essays delve into the heart of literary travel, exploring themes of self-discovery and the allure of the unknown.

Stevenson's unique perspective transforms ordinary destinations into vibrant landscapes, brought to life through his eloquent prose. Readers will appreciate his keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the essence of each place he visits. This volume presents a carefully prepared republication of Stevenson's timeless reflections, inviting readers to experience the world through the eyes of one of literature's most celebrated travel writers. Perfect for enthusiasts of travel essays and 19th-century literature, "Essays of Travel" provides a window into a bygone era and celebrates the enduring power of exploration.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781022942615
Publisher:	Anson Street Press
Publication date:	03/28/2025
Pages:	158
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.44(d)

About the Author

Robert Louis Balfour Stevenson (13 November 1850 - 3 December 1894) was a Scottish novelist, poet, essayist, and travel writer. His most famous works are Treasure Island, Kidnapped, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, and A Child's Garden of Verses. A literary celebrity during his lifetime, Stevenson now ranks as the 26th most translated author in the world. His works have been admired by many other writers, including Jorge Luis Borges, Bertolt Brecht, Marcel Proust, Arthur Conan Doyle, Henry James, Cesare Pavese, Emilio Salgari, Ernest Hemingway, Rudyard Kipling, Jack London, Vladimir Nabokov, J. M. Barrie, and G. K. Chesterton, who said of him that he "seemed to pick the right word up on the point of his pen, like a man playing spillikins".

Date of Birth:

November 13, 1850

Date of Death:

December 3, 1894

Place of Birth:

Edinburgh, Scotland

Place of Death:

Vailima, Samoa

Education:

Edinburgh University, 1875