Robert Louis Stevenson

"Robert Louis Stevenson" by E. Blantyre Simpson is a biography published around the year 1900 that examines the life and legacy of Robert Louis Stevenson. It presents an overview of the Scottish author, focusing on his childhood in Edinburgh and the health issues that affected him during life. The book also addresses how these experiences were important in shaping his worldview. The biography follows Stevenson's path from a young boy battling illness to a well-known writer, talking about his famous stories, like "Treasure Island," and how his adventurous nature drove him to travel Europe and the South Seas, eventually leading him to settle in Samoa. This biography seeks to capture the contrast within Stevenson—his dedication to his craft alongside his fight for better health—and how they can be found in his written works.