Index of the Project Gutenberg works of Robert Louis Stevenson

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58181

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Index of the Project Gutenberg works of Robert Louis Stevenson

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en

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Project Gutenberg

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This comprehensive index catalogs the complete works of Robert Louis Stevenson, featuring his renowned novels like *Treasure Island* and *Kidnapped*, alongside collections of poetry, essays, and tales. Compiled by David Widger, this volume offers a definitive guide to Stevenson's literary legacy, showcasing his adventurous spirit, mastery of language, and enduring appeal across genres from sea stories to philosophical reflections.

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This comprehensive index serves as an exhaustive bibliography of Robert Louis Stevenson's literary output, meticulously organized to illuminate the breadth and versatility of his genius. The collection navigates the reader through a diverse landscape of narrative forms, beginning with his most iconic adventure tales. It highlights *Treasure Island*, where Jim Hawkins embarks on a perilous quest for gold, and *Kidnapped*, which chronicles David Balfour's harrowing journey through the Scottish Highlands alongside the notorious Jacobite Alan Breck Stewart. The index also encompasses Stevenson's psychological mastery in *Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde* and his historical fiction in *The Master of Ballantrae* and *Weir of Hermiston*, offering a holistic view of his career that includes lesser-known works like *The Dynamiter*. Beyond fiction, the volume celebrates Stevenson's profound contributions to children's literature through *A Child's Garden of Verses*. This beloved collection invites young readers into imaginative realms such as the Land of Counterpane and the Land of Nod, featuring poems like "My Shadow" and "The Land of Story-Books." The index further reveals Stevenson's keen observational skills and love for exploration through his travelogues. Works such as *An Inland Voyage*, *Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes*, and *Essays of Travel* document his journeys across Europe and America, capturing everything from steerage ship life to mountain scenery. The compilation also preserves Stevenson's poetic voice through anthologies like *Ballads*, *Underwoods*, and *New Poems*, which range from Scottish legends like "Heather Ale" to intimate verses dedicated to friends and family. Additionally, the index gathers his correspondence in *Vailima Letters* and collaborative efforts with Lloyd Osbourne, such as *The Wrecker* and *The Wrong Box*. Through detailed tables of contents and chapter listings, this volume allows readers to traverse Stevenson's narrative landscapes, from the Scottish Highlands to the Pacific islands. By gathering these varied works, the index ensures that themes of morality, identity, human resilience, and exploration remain accessible, preserving the author's enduring legacy for new generations seeking both inspiration and entertainment.

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