The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 01

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894

Contributor:

Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 01" by Stevenson is a collection of literary works composed in the late 19th century. Included within this edition are travel essays and personal narratives, notably featuring "An Inland Voyage," which recounts Stevenson's experiences while paddling through Belgium and France. The text captures the romantic allure of travel and exploration while reflecting on deeper philosophical observations about life and human nature. The opening of this collection introduces the reader to the author's adventure in navigating the Scheldt River and the Willebroek Canal. With an engaging and humorous tone, Stevenson describes the challenges and triumphs of canoeing, sharing vivid images of the picturesque landscapes. Aspects of camaraderie with fellow travelers and insights into the cultures encountered along the way are integral, alongside musings on bravery and the human spirit. Stevenson's reflections blend personal anecdote with broader commentary, inviting readers to both experience the journey and ponder the meaning of adventure in life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

An inland voyage

Travels with a donkey in the Cevennes

A mountain town in France

Edinburgh: picturesque notes.

Credits:

Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Marcia Brooks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2007-06-06