02632cam a22003253u 4500 10761 UtSlPG 20260610133246.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894 Essays of Robert Louis Stevenson : Selected and Edited With an Introduction and Notes by William Lyon Phelps Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-01-01 On the enjoyment of unpleasant places -- An apology for idlers -- Aes triplex -- Talk and talkers -- A gossip on romance -- The character of dogs -- A college magazine -- Books which have influenced me -- Pulvis et umbra. Produced by John Hagerson, Rick Niles, Keith M. Eckrich and PG Distributed Proofreaders "Essays of Robert Louis Stevenson" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a collection of personal essays penned during the late 19th century. This compilation showcases Stevenson's reflections on various life experiences, philosophies, and his keen observations about human nature, all written in his trademark eloquent and expressive style. The essays delve into topics such as the appreciation of unpleasant places, the merits of idleness, and the contemplation of mortality, revealing both his artistic sensibilities and profound moral insights. The opening portion of the book introduces the reader to the editor's preface and Stevenson's life, illustrating his struggles with health and eventual triumphs as a celebrated writer. It highlights key aspects of his character and contributions—covering his literary versatility and the optimism that colors his reflections. At the start, Stevenson expresses thoughts on how one can find beauty in less-than-ideal surroundings, suggesting that the spirit in which we approach a place significantly influences our experience of it. This insightful perspective sets the tone for the essays to follow, where he explores deeper philosophical musings that take the reader on a thoughtful journey through his unique worldview and experiences as a man of letters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Essays Phelps, William Lyon, 1865-1943 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10761 52211 52211