Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature
Enriched edition. Autobiographical Writings and EssaysBy Robert Louis Stevenson
Length53h 1m
About this audiobook
In "Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature," readers are invited into the richly evocative world of one of literature's most beloved and adventurous figures. This compilation delves into Stevenson's extensive travel writings, reflecting his experiences from the misty highlands of Scotland to the sun-kissed shores of the South Pacific. The prose is characterized by Stevenson's signature lyrical style, deftly blending personal reflection with vivid descriptions that transport the reader to the landscapes he so passionately explored. These sketches, infused with a sense of wanderlust, provide not only a glimpse into various cultures but also into the inner workings of a restless mind searching for belonging and adventure. Robert Louis Stevenson, born in 1850, was not just a novelist but a traveler and a keen observer of human nature. His formative years were shaped by the rigid expectations of Victorian society, which he bravely challenged through his literary pursuits. Stevenson's frequent travels, particularly his time in the South Pacific Islands, greatly influenced his writing, leading him to explore themes of isolation, identity, and the clash between civilization and nature. These experiences added depth to his works, establishing him as an early pioneer of travel literature. This anthology promises to captivate readers who not only appreciate adventure but also seek insight into the human condition. Stevenson's ability to intertwine observation with philosophical musings makes this book a valuable addition to the libraries of both travel enthusiasts and literary scholars alike. It is an essential read that reminds us of the beauty and complexity of our world through the eyes of a master storyteller.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Audiobook details
GenreTravel
Length53 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
15Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 11)
2Introduction
16Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 12)
3Historical Context
17Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 13)
4Synopsis (Selection)
18Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 14)
5Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 1)
19Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 15)
Show all chaptersShow less
6Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 2)
20Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 16)
7Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 3)
21Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 17)
8Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 4)
22Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 18)
9Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 5)
23Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 19)
10Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 6)
24Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 20)
11Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 7)
25Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 21)
12Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 8)
26Analysis
13Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 9)
27Reflection
14Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island Literature (pt. 10)
Die Herren von Hermiston (Kommentiert)Robert Louis Stevenson8h 16m$1 · $0.00
El diablo en la botella (Anotado)Robert Louis Stevenson2h 46m$2 · $0.00
Meisterwerke der schottischen Literatur (Kommentiert)Robert Louis Stevenson, Walter Scott, Robert Burns, Arthur Conan Doyle, Tobias Smollett132h 28m$1 · $0.00
Gesammelte Werke: Abenteuerromane, Krimis & Seegeschichten (Kommentiert)Robert Louis Stevenson67h 47m$1 · $0.00
The Complete Short Stories (Annotated)Robert Louis Stevenson41h 23m$2 · $0.00
The Adventures of David Balfour: Kidnapped & Catriona (Illustrated Edition) (Annotated)Robert Louis Stevenson19h 58m$2 · $0.00
Records of a Family of Engineers (Annotated)Robert Louis Stevenson8h 29m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Poetry (Annotated)Robert Louis Stevenson5h 54m$2 · $0.00
The Collected Memoirs, Travel Sketches and Island Literature (Annotated)Robert Louis Stevenson53h 23m$2 · $0.00
The Greatest Scottish Books of All time (Annotated)Robert Louis Stevenson, Walter Scott, John Buchan, O. Douglas, George MacDonald, J. M. Barrie976h 37m$2 · $0.00
Ensayos sobre el arte de escribirRobert Louis Stevenson2h 5m$7 · $0.00
Gesammelte Romane und Erzählungen von Robert Louis StevensonRobert Louis Stevenson67h 40m$1 · $0.00
La isla del tesoroRobert Louis Stevenson6h 38m$9 · $0.00
The Old Pacific CapitalRobert Louis Stevenson2h 29m$1 · $0.00
The Black Arrow: A Tale of the Two RosesRobert Louis Stevenson7h 27m$1 · $0.00
Poems on TravelRobert Louis Stevenson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Percy Bysshe Shelley, William Wordsworth, Thomas Hardy, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Matthew Arnold, Oliver Goldsmith, John Henry Newman, John Keats, Alfred Lord Tennyson, Lord George Gordon Byron3h 44m$2 · $0.00
A Christmas SermonRobert Louis Stevenson1h 30m$2 · $0.00
Treasure Island (Including the History Behind the Book)Robert Louis Stevenson, Daniel Defoe, Captain Charles Johnson33h 26m$2 · $0.00
Der seltsame Fall des Dr. Jekyll und Mr. HydeRobert Louis Stevenson4h 33m$1 · $0.00
Die SchatzinselRobert Louis Stevenson8h 34m$4 · $0.00
John Muir's Incredible Travel MemoirsJohn Muir46h 27m$2 · $0.00
Here Is New YorkE. B. White1h 1m$5
The Travelling ApeMichael Mackay Richards12h 24m$25
Little PrincesConor Grennan9h 38m$29 · $0.00
Farthest North (The Complete Two-Volume Edition) (Annotated)Fridtjof Nansen31h 50m$2 · $0.00
We are Soldiers StillHarold G. Moore, Joseph L. Galloway7h 46m$26 · $0.00
The Road to San DonatoRobert Cocuzzo7h 29m$17 · $0.00
Around the World in 60 SecondsNuseir Yassin7h 48m$26 · $0.00
The Midwest Survival GuideCharlie Berens6h 6m$24 · $0.00
Local WondersTed Kooser6h 21m$14 · $0.00
A Haunted Road AtlasChristine Schiefer, Em Schulz6h 46m$17
Over the Edge of the WorldLaurence Bergreen6h 14m$24 · $0.00
The Worst Journey in the WorldApsley Cherry-Garrard20h 5m$32
What Really Happened In WuhanSharri Markson16h 28m$40 · $0.00
Sailing Alone around the WorldJoshua Slocum7h 25m$17
American RambleNeil King10h 58m$29 · $0.00
White Waters and Black (Annotated)Gordon MacCreagh11h 56m$2 · $0.00
Dear ParisJanice MacLeod5h 19m$17
New York Nico's Guide to NYCNew York Nico4h 44m$20 · $0.00
In The Footsteps Of RamaVikrant Pande, Neelesh Kulkarni9h 45m$16 · $0.00
You may also like
Robert Louis Stevenson: Travel Sketches, Memoirs & Island LiteratureRobert Louis Stevenson53h 24m$1 · $0.00
Schöne Aussicht: A Journal of Our Trip AbroadLouise Spilker2h 27m$2 · $0.00
Letters from Switzerland and Travels in ItalyJohann Wolfgang von Goethe16h 10m$2.30
Summer (Annotated)Dallas Lore Sharp3h 2m$2 · $0.00
London RiverH. M. Tomlinson4h 40m$1 · $0.00
Travels, chiefly on Foot, through several parts of England in 1782, described in Letters to a FriendKarl Philipp Moritz6h 24m$1 · $0.00
The Explorer's GeneAlex Hutchinson9h 26m$8 · $0.00
The Golden MeanJerry T. Bonnell, Robert J. Nemiroff18h 45m$2 · $0.00
DriveElaine Sexton42m$12 · $0.00
An Inland VoyageRobert Louis Stevenson3h 51m$2.30
Hunting with the Bow & ArrowSaxton T. Pope7h 14m$1 · $0.00
Tremendous TriflesG. K. Chesterton5h 50m$2.30
Italy; with sketches of Spain and PortugalWilliam Beckford13h 56m$2 · $0.00
Poems on TravelRobert Louis Stevenson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Percy Bysshe Shelley, William Wordsworth, Thomas Hardy, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Matthew Arnold, Oliver Goldsmith, John Henry Newman, John Keats, Alfred Lord Tennyson, Lord George Gordon Byron3h 44m$2 · $0.00
Steep Trails (Excerpts)John Muir1h 20m$1 · $0.00
The Sea and the JungleH. M. Tomlinson11h 20m$1 · $0.00
Views A-foot; Or, Europe Seen with Knapsack and StaffBayard Taylor15h 45m$1 · $0.00
On a Chinese Screen & The Land of the Blessed Virgin (A Collection of Travel Sketches & Articles)William Somerset Maugham11h 57m$2 · $0.00
A Day with Felix Mendelssohn BartholdyGeorge Sampson42m$2 · $0.00
Auguste RodinRainer Maria Rilke3h 9m$13 · $0.00