Robert Louis Stevenson

Familiar Studies of Men and Books (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Literary Figures and Friendship: Essays by a Classic Author

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In Robert Louis Stevenson's Familiar Studies of Men and Books, the reader is treated to a collection of essays that blend literary criticism with personal reflection. Written in a conversational and engaging style, Stevenson delves into the lives of notable figures such as Victor Hugo and Robert Burns, offering insightful commentary on their works and significance in the literary world. The book also explores the nature of friendship, aesthetics, and the role of literature in shaping human experience, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of art and life. Stevenson's eloquent prose and keen observations make this collection a timeless read that continues to resonate with readers today.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 298
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664621887
• Artikelnr.: 58499596

Autorenporträt

Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) was a Scottish novelist, essayist, poet, and travel writer. His other works include Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and A Child's Garden of Verses. He ranks among the top fifty most-translated authors of all time.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface, by way of criticism
1. Victor Hugo's romances
2. Some aspects of Robert Burns
3. Walt Whitman
4. Henry David Thoreau
5. Yoshia-Torajiro
6. François Villon
7. Charles of Orleans
8. Samuel Pepys
9. John Knox and women.