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Informationen zum Autor Robert Louis Stevenson was born on November 13, 1850, in Edinburgh, Scotland, into a family of engineers, known for their work on lighthouses. His father, Thomas Stevenson, and grandfather, Robert Stevenson, were both prominent lighthouse engineers. Despite the expectation that he would follow in their footsteps, Robert's health and literary inclinations led him in a different direction. Stevenson's writing career began with essays and travel writing. His early works, such as "An Inland Voyage" (1878) and "Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes" (1879), reflected his love of adventure and exploration. These books were well-received and established him as a talented writer. tevenson is best known for his novels, which include some of the most beloved works in English literature. His notable works include: "Treasure Island" (1883): A classic adventure novel that has captivated readers of all ages with its tale of pirates, treasure maps, and the young hero, Jim Hawkins. "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" (1886): A novella that explores the duality of human nature through the story of Dr. Jekyll, who transforms into the evil Mr. Hyde. This work has had a profound impact on literature and popular culture. Stevenson's writing is characterized by its vivid imagination, engaging storytelling, and exploration of complex themes. His works often blend adventure with deeper psychological and moral questions. Themes of duality, identity, and the conflict between good and evil are prevalent in his writing. Robert Louis Stevenson died on December 3, 1894, at the age of 44, due to a cerebral hemorrhage. Despite his relatively short life, Stevenson's literary legacy is immense. His works have been translated into numerous languages and continue to be widely read and adapted for stage and screen. Klappentext This classic of children's literature, first published in book form in 1883, had an enormous influence on popular perceptions of pirates. Zusammenfassung First published in book form in 1883, this classic adventure tale is the best-known work of Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–94). Telling the story of Jim Hawkins' search for the buried treasure of Captain Flint, it had an enormous impact on popular perceptions of pirates, and continues to delight readers of all ages. Inhaltsverzeichnis To the hesitating purchaser; Part I. The Old Buccaneer: 1. The old sea-dog at the 'Admiral Benbow'; 2. Black Dog appears and disappears; 3. The black spot; 4. The sea chest; 5. The last of the blind man; 6. The captain's papers; Part II. The Sea Cook: 7. I go to Bristol; 8. At the sign of the 'Spy-Glass'; 9. Powder and arms; 10. The voyage; 11. What I heard in the apple barrel; 12. Council of war; Part III. My Shore Adventure: 13. How my shore adventure began; 14. The first blow; 15. The man of the island; Part IV. The Stockade: 16. Narrative continued by the doctor: how the ship was abandoned; 17. Narrative continued by the doctor: the jolly boat's last trip; 18. Narrative continued by the doctor: end of the first day's fighting; 19. Narrative resumed by Jim Hawkins: the garrison in the stockade; 20. Silver's embassy; 21. The attack; Part V. My Sea Adventure: 22. How my sea adventure began; 23. The ebb-tide runs; 24. The cruise of the coracle; 25. I strike the Jolly Roger; 26. Israel Hands; 27. 'Pieces of eight'; Part VI. Captain Silver: 28. In the enemy's camp; 29. The black spot again; 30. On parole; 31. The treasure hunt: Flint's pointer; 32. The treasure hunt: the voice among the trees; 33. The fall of a chieftain; 34. And last....
