Length40h 3m
About this audiobook
In Robert Louis Stevenson's "Short Stories," the author showcases his masterful storytelling ability through a collection that traverses various themes, including morality, adventure, and the complexity of human nature. With a distinctive narrative style characterized by vivid imagery and engaging dialogue, Stevenson draws readers into the worlds he creates, often teetering on the edge of the fantastical and the real. These stories reflect the Victorian literary context, marked by a fascination with psychological depth and the intricacies of the human spirit, as well as the growing popularity of short fiction during this era. Robert Louis Stevenson, a Scottish novelist and poet, was influenced by his extensive travels and fascination with the human psyche, elements that permeate his writing. His diverse background—shaped by illness, adventures in literary societies, and friendships with contemporaries—provided a rich tapestry of experiences and perspectives that imbued his stories with emotional depth and philosophical undertones. Stevenson's ability to capture the nuances of human emotion in varied settings illustrates his unique voice in literature. This collection, blending captivating narratives with psychological insights, is highly recommended for those who appreciate profound explorations of character and circumstance. Whether a long-time admirer of Stevenson's work or a newcomer, readers will find inspiration and insight within these pages, making it an essential addition to any literary library.
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GenreLiterary Classics, Mystery and Thriller
Length40 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Island Nights' Entertainments (South Sea Tales)
2THE BEACH OF FALESÁ
3CHAPTER I. A SOUTH SEA BRIDAL
4CHAPTER II. THE BAN
5CHAPTER III. THE MISSIONARY
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6CHAPTER IV. DEVIL-WORK
7CHAPTER V. NIGHT IN THE BUSH
8THE BOTTLE IMP
9THE ISLE OF VOICES
10New Arabian Nights
11THE SUICIDE CLUB (pt. 1)
12THE SUICIDE CLUB (pt. 2)
13THE RAJAH’S DIAMOND (pt. 1)
14THE RAJAH’S DIAMOND (pt. 2)
15CHAPTER I. TELLS HOW I CAMPED IN GRADEN SEA-WOOD, AND BEHELD A LIGHT IN THE PAVILION
16CHAPTER II. TELLS OF THE NOCTURNAL LANDING FROM THE YACHT
17CHAPTER III. TELLS HOW I BECAME ACQUAINTED WITH MY WIFE
18CHAPTER IV. TELLS IN WHAT A STARTLING MANNER I LEARNED THAT I WAS NOT ALONE IN GRADEN SEA-WOOD
19CHAPTER V. TELLS OF AN INTERVIEW BETWEEN NORTHMOUR, CLARA, AND MYSELF
20CHAPTER VI. TELLS OF MY INTRODUCTION TO THE TALL MAN
21CHAPTER VII. TELLS HOW A WORD WAS CRIED THROUGH THE PAVILION WINDOW
22CHAPTER VIII. TELLS THE LAST OF THE TALL MAN
23CHAPTER IX. TELLS HOW NORTHMOUR CARRIED OUT HIS THREAT
24A LODGING FOR THE NIGHT - A STORY OF FRANCIS VILLON
25THE SIRE DE MALETROIT’S DOOR
26PROVIDENCE AND THE GUITAR
27CHAPTER I
28CHAPTER II
29CHAPTER III
30CHAPTER IV
31CHAPTER V
32CHAPTER VI
33PROLOGUE OF THE CIGAR DIVAN
34CHALLONER’S ADVENTURE
35STORY OF THE DESTROYING ANGEL
36THE SQUIRE OF DAMES (Concluded)
37SOMERSET’S ADVENTURE
38NARRATIVE OF THE SPIRITED OLD LADY
39THE SUPERFLUOUS MANSION (Continued)
40ZERO’S TALE OF THE EXPLOSIVE BOMB
41DESBOROUGH’S ADVENTURE
42STORY OF THE FAIR CUBAN
43EPILOGUE OF THE CIGAR DIVAN
44The Merry Men and Other Tales and Fables
45THE MERRY MEN
46CHAPTER I. EILEAN AROS
47CHAPTER II. WHAT THE WRECK HAD BROUGHT TO AROS
48CHAPTER III. LAND AND SEA IN SANDAG BAY
49CHAPTER IV. THE GALE
50CHAPTER V. A MAN OUT OF THE SEA
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