THE COMPLETE WORKS OF ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON (Illustrated Edition)

Enriched edition. Treasure Island, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Kidnapped, Catriona, A Child's Garden of Verses…By Robert Louis Stevenson
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The Complete Works of Robert Louis Stevenson (Illustrated Edition) offers a comprehensive collection of the renowned author's works, showcasing his diverse literary talents. From adventurous tales like Treasure Island to thought-provoking novellas like Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Stevenson's writing captivates readers with its engaging narratives and vivid descriptions. The illustrated edition enhances the reading experience with visual representations of Stevenson's imaginative stories, making this collection a must-have for fans of classic literature. Stevenson's timeless themes of morality, duality, and the human experience continue to resonate with readers today, making his works a valuable contribution to the literary canon. Robert Louis Stevenson's experiences traveling the world and grappling with illness informed his writing, infusing his stories with a sense of adventure and introspection. His unique perspective and storytelling prowess set him apart as a master of his craft, attracting a wide audience of readers seeking both entertainment and deeper philosophical insights. The Complete Works of Robert Louis Stevenson (Illustrated Edition) is a treasure trove of literary gems that showcase Stevenson's talent and enduring relevance in the world of literature, making it a valuable addition to any library. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

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GenreLiterary Classics
Length324 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 7, 2017
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1THE COMPLETE WORKS OF ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON
2Introduction
3Author Biography
4Historical Context
5Synopsis (Selection)
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6Biographies
7Robert Louis Stevenson by Alexander Japp
8Chapter I Introduction and First Impressions
9Chapter II Treasure Island and some Reminiscences
10Chapter III The Child Father of the Man
11Chapter IV Heredity Illustrated
12Chapter V Travels
13Chapter VI Some Earlier Letters
14Chapter VII The Vailima Letters
15Chapter VIII Work of Later Years
16Chapter IX Some Characteristics
17Chapter X A Samoan Memorial of R. L. Stevenson
18Chapter XI Miss Stubbs’ Record of a Pilgrimage
19Chapter XII His Genius and Methods
20Chapter XIII Preacher and Mystic Fabulist
21Chapter XIV Stevenson as Dramatist
22Chapter XV Theory of Good and Evil
23Chapter XVI Stevenson’s Gloom
24Chapter XVII Proofs of Growth
25Chapter XVIII Earlier Determinations and Results
26Chapter XIX Edmund Clarence Stedman’s Estimate
27Chapter XX Egotistic Element and its Effects
28Chapter XXI Unity in Stevenson’s Stories
29Chapter XXII Personal Cheerfulness and Invented Gloom
30Chapter XXIII Edinburgh Reviewers’ Dicta Inapplicable to Later Work
31Chapter XXIV Mr Henley’s Spiteful Perversions
32Chapter XXV Mr Christie Murray’s Impressions
33Chapter XXVI Hero-Villains
34Chapter XXVII Mr G. Moore, Mr Marriott Watson and Others
35Chapter XXVIII Unexpected Combinations
36Chapter XXIX Love of Vagabonds
37Chapter XXX Lord Rosebery’s Case
38Chapter XXXI Mr Gosse and Ms. of Treasure Island
39Chapter XXXII Stevenson Portraits
40Chapter XXXIII Lapses and Errors in Criticism
41Chapter XXXIV Letters and Poems in Testimony
42The Life of Robert Louis Stevenson By Sir Graham Balfour
43Volume I
44Chapter I His Ancestors
45Chapter II His Parents
46Chapter III Infancy and Childhood — 1850-59
47Chapter IV Boyhood — 1859-1867
48Chapter V Student Days — 1867-73
49Chapter VI Life at Five-and-Twenty — 1873-76
50Chapter VII Transition — 1876-79
Kidnapped & Catriona: The Adventures of David Balfour (Illustrated)Robert Louis Stevenson19h 48m4.2 (2.6K)$1.99 · $0.00
Treasure Island (Adventure Classic with Illustrations)Robert Louis Stevenson8h 50m4.5 (11.2K)$1.99 · $0.00
THE STRANGE CASE OF DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDERobert Louis Stevenson4h 20m4.0 (794.5K)$1.99 · $0.00
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THE CURSE OF THE PIRATE GOLD: 7 Treasure Hunt Classics & A True History of Buccaneers and Their RobberiesRobert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Allan Poe, William Macleod Raine, Jeffery Farnol, Richard Le Gallienne, Harold MacGrath, Howard Pyle, Ralph D. Paine67h 2m$1.99 · $0.00
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70 Pirate NovelsRobert Louis Stevenson, Richard Le Gallienne, Daniel Defoe, Harry Collingwood, Walter Scott, B. Barker, Gilbert Parker, Joseph Conrad, Angus B. Reach, Jules Verne, L. Frank Baum, Arthur Conan Doyle, R. M. Ballantyne, Bret Harte, Jack London, Frederick Marryat, Jeffery Farnol, J. Allan Dunn, Robert E. Howard, James Fenimore Cooper, Howard Pyle, William Hope Hodgson, William Henry Giles Kingston, G. A. Henty, Alexandre Dumas, Harold MacGrath, Frederick Ferdinand Moore, W. H. G. Kingston, John C. Hutcheson, Bracebridge Hemyng, Richard Clynton, Edmund Lester Pearson, Frank R. Stockton, Gordon Daviot, Mayne Reid, Francis Lynde, T. Jenkins Hains, Louis Becke, Mrs. S. C. Hall, Emerson Hough, Charles Dickens, Nicholas Carter, Mór Jókai, H. De Vere Stacpoole, Theodore Goodridge Roberts, Maturin M. Ballou726h 51m$2.99
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