The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 02

"The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol. 02" by Robert Louis Stevenson, captures accounts of individuals sailing from Europe to America on an emigrant ship. It sheds light on their varied backgrounds as well as the complicated feelings of leaving home. Stevenson tells of the somber environment on a ship with passengers dealing with their unsure fates. The ship's layout and the differences between the steerage and second cabin are described, hilariously contrasting the author's comforts as a second cabin passenger with the challenges of those in steerage. Human connections appear to arise amidst the sadness, showcasing characters with poignant stories, hopes, and anxieties about their journey. Readers gain access to a reflection on the dreams and hardships of those in search of a new life in America.