The Life of Mrs. Robert Louis Stevenson

"The Life of Mrs. Robert Louis Stevenson" by Nellie Van de Grift Sanchez is the story of Fanny Van de Grift Stevenson, from her pioneer roots to her marriage to the famed writer. The book paints a picture of a truly interesting woman who was shaped by a life of exploration, difficulty, and strength, and that's before she became the partner of a literary icon. Early on, we see her ancestry and how it all forms her character, especially her family's history as early American settlers. Her youth in Indiana is presented with an emphasis on her simple life and connection to nature. Readers will discover a spirited and adventurous young girl through stories of her early relationships and travels, which all sets the scene for the huge role she plays in her famous husband's life and what would become a deep and lasting love.