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c1894 6vol Rudyard R.L. Stevenson Library Antique Fiction Book Collection

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c1894 6vol Rudyard R.L. Stevenson Library Antique Fiction Book Collection

A Broad Collection/Library of 6 Robert Louis Stevenson Books. Includes The Following Volumes:
  • The Black Arrow - Published by Cassell And Company Limited: London, Paris & Melbourne 1894 Twenty First Thousand - 324 Pages - split to inside hinges, covers and spine with fading, wear etc. frontis sits loose, all 8 illustrations present, some foxing etc.
  • Kidnapped - Published by Cassell And Company Limited: London, Paris & Melbourne 1894 Thirty Seventh Thousand - 311 Pages - split to inside hinges, covers and spine with fading, wear etc. frontis glued to pastedown, all 16 of 17 illustrations present, some foxing etc.
  • Travels With A Donkey - Published by Chatto & Windus: London 1907 - 176 Pages - nice copy, very good condition
  • The Black Arrow - Published by T. Nelson & Sons Ltd: London c1910 - 287 Pages - good condition
  • New Arabian Knights - Published by Collins Clear Type Press: London c 1920 (384 Pages) good condition
  • Treasure Island - Published by Collins Clear Type Press: London c 1939 (263 Pages) good condition
" Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) was a Scottish novelist, essayist, and poet whose adventurous spirit and vivid imagination made him one of the most widely read writers of the late 19th century. Born in Edinburgh, he struggled with chronic illness throughout his life, yet his passion for storytelling and travel fueled a prolific career. Stevenson first gained major recognition with Treasure Island (1883), a swashbuckling tale of pirates and hidden gold that became a classic of children's literature. He went on to publish Kidnapped (1886) and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1886), works that showcased his ability to blend adventure with deeper psychological and moral themes. His stories often explored duality, morality, and the tension between respectability and desire, reflecting the complexities of Victorian society.

Beyond his novels, Stevenson was a gifted essayist and travel writer, chronicling his journeys across Europe, America, and the South Pacific. His later years were spent in Samoa, where he immersed himself in local culture, advocated for the islanders against colonial powers, and became affectionately known as "Tusitala," or "teller of tales." Despite his relatively short life, Stevenson left an enduring mark on world literature, combining fast-paced storytelling with profound insight into human nature. His works remain widely read and adapted, and his legacy as a master of both adventure and introspection continues to inspire readers across generations. "

Refer to condition notes in Description for each book. Some inscriptions present. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Measures 17.5cm x 11cm x 2cm (approx) x 8 volumes

Categories:

  • Fiction
  • Literature

    • PRODUCT DETAILS


    Condition: Good
    Binding: Cloth
    Special Attributes: ["Illustrated", "Decorated Cloth Bindings", "6 Books Included"]
    Region: Europe
    Subject: Literature & Fiction
    Original/Facsimile: Original
    Seller Notes: Refer to condition notes in Description for each book. Some inscriptions present. Please study photos to further understand condition.
    Language: English
    Author: Robert Louis Stevenson
    Publisher: Various
    Year Printed: 1894
    Sub-subject: Robert Louis Stevenson