Robert Louis Stevenson Quotes
A collection of quotes by Robert Louis Stevenson.
Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) was a renowned Scottish novelist, poet, essayist, and travel writer. Born on November 13, 1850, in Edinburgh, Scotland, Stevenson was raised in a family of lighthouse engineers. However, his passion for writing led him to pursue a career in literature.
Stevenson began his writing career as an essayist and travel writer, capturing the essence of his journeys and experiences in various publications. He gained international recognition for his travelogue "An Inland Voyage" (1878) and "Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes" (1879). These works established his reputation as a skilled writer of adventure and exploration.
Nevertheless, it was Stevenson's novels that truly made him a literary icon. His most famous works include "Treasure Island" (1883), a thrilling tale of pirates, treasure hunts, and adventure on the high seas, and "Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde" (1886), a chilling exploration of dual personalities and the nature of evil. These novels, along with others like "Kidnapped" (1886) and "The Master of Ballantrae" (1889), gained him widespread acclaim for his ability to captivate readers with his vivid imagination and engaging storytelling.
Despite struggling with ill health throughout his life, Stevenson continued to write prolifically until his death at the age of 44 in Samoa on December 3, 1894. His literary contributions, which transcended genres and captivated readers of all ages, make him one of the most celebrated and influential authors of the Victorian era.
