The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 01 by Stevenson
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"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.)
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| Author | Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894 |
|---|---|
| Commentator | Lang, Andrew, 1844-1912 |
| Title | The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 01 |
| 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 www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English literature -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21686 |
| Release Date | Jun 6, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 8960 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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