The Incredible Travel Sketches, Essays, Memoirs & Island Works of R. L. Stevenson
Enriched edition.By Robert Louis Stevenson
Length52h 54m
About this audiobook
Robert Louis Stevenson's 'The Incredible Travel Sketches, Essays, Memoirs & Island Works' is a collection of diverse writings that showcase Stevenson's masterful storytelling abilities and vivid imagination. The book is a literary treasure trove, encompassing a wide range of genres including travel sketches, essays, memoirs, and works set on various islands. Each piece is imbued with Stevenson's signature style, characterized by rich language, engaging narratives, and keen observation of human nature. The collection reflects Stevenson's lifelong fascination with exploration, adventure, and the human experience, making it a captivating read for fans of classic literature and travel writing alike. Stevenson's ability to transport readers to exotic locales and delve into the complexities of the human spirit is truly awe-inspiring. This compilation serves as a testament to Stevenson's enduring literary legacy and his unparalleled talent for weaving intricate tales that resonate with readers of all ages.
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
Length52 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 15, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Incredible Travel Sketches, Essays, Memoirs & Island Works of R. L. Stevenson
2Introduction
3Historical Context
4Synopsis (Selection)
5An Inland Voyage (pt. 1)
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6An Inland Voyage (pt. 2)
7Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes (pt. 1)
8Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes (pt. 2)
9Edinburgh – Picturesque Notes
10Random Memoirs and Portraits
11The Old and New Pacific Capitals
12The Amateur Emigrant
13PART I FROM THE CLYDE TO SANDY HOOK (pt. 1)
14PART I FROM THE CLYDE TO SANDY HOOK (pt. 2)
15PART II ACROSS THE PLAINS
16Across the Plains
17CHAPTER I ACROSS THE PLAINS
18CHAPTER II THE OLD PACIFIC CAPITAL
19CHAPTER III FONTAINEBLEAU - VILLAGE COMMUNITIES OF PAINTERS
20CHAPTER IV EPILOGUE TO “AN INLAND VOYAGE”
21CHAPTER V RANDOM MEMORIES
22CHAPTER VI RANDOM MEMORIES
23CHAPTER VII THE LANTERN-BEARERS
24CHAPTER VIII A CHAPTER ON DREAMS
25CHAPTER IX BEGGARS
26CHAPTER X LETTER TO A YOUNG GENTLEMAN WHO PROPOSES TO EMBRACE THE CAREER OF ART
27CHAPTER XI PULVIS ET UMBRA
28CHAPTER XII A CHRISTMAS SERMON
29The Silverado Squatters (pt. 1)
30The Silverado Squatters (pt. 2)
31A Mountain Town in France
32The Island Literature
33A Footnote to History, Eight Years of Trouble in Samoa
34CHAPTER I THE ELEMENTS OF DISCORD: NATIVE
35CHAPTER II THE ELEMENTS OF DISCORD: FOREIGN
36CHAPTER III THE SORROWS OF LAUPEPA, 1883 TO 1887
37CHAPTER IV BRANDEIS
38CHAPTER V THE BATTLE OF MATAUTU
39CHAPTER VI LAST EXPLOITS OF BECKER
40CHAPTER VII THE SAMOAN CAMPS
41CHAPTER VIII AFFAIRS OF LAULII AND FANGALII
42CHAPTER IX “FUROR CONSULARIS”
43CHAPTER X THE HURRICANE
44CHAPTER XI LAUPEPA AND MATAAFA
45In the South Seas
46PART 1: THE MARQUESAS
47CHAPTER I AN ISLAND LANDFALL
48CHAPTER II MAKING FRIENDS
49CHAPTER III THE MAROON
50CHAPTER IV DEATH
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