Pouliquen, JeanLuc
Robert Louis Stevenson at Hyeres
- ISBN 13:
- 9781530061211
- author:
- Pouliquen, JeanLuc
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 88
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 12.7 x 0.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Criticsm, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Robert Louis Stevenson at Hyères by Jean-Luc Pouliquen is a unique insight into the life and thoughts of one of literature's most beloved authors. In this book, Stevenson's letters to family and friends, combined with accounts from his wife and stepson, reveal why the Mediterranean resort town held such significance for him. Stevenson spent time in Hyères from February 1883 until June 1884, and it was during this period that he penned some of his most famous works. This book explores the author's experiences and reflections on life, love, and literature, providing a fascinating glimpse into the creative mind behind 'Treasure Island' and other timeless classics. Through Stevenson's own words, Pouliquen sheds light on the enduring power of nature to inspire and transform us. With its concise and engaging narrative, this book is an ideal choice for anyone interested in literary history or the life and works of Robert Louis Stevenson.