Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Mrs. Robert Louis Stevenson is a biographical book written by Nellie Van De Grift Sanchez. The book tells the story of Fanny Van de Grift Osbourne, who was the wife of the famous Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson. The book covers Fanny's life before she met Stevenson, her relationship with him, and their life together. The book provides a detailed account of Fanny's early life, including her upbringing in California, her first marriage, and her travels to Europe. It then delves into her meeting with Stevenson in France, their courtship, and eventual marriage. The book also explores their travels together, including their time in the South Pacific, where Stevenson wrote some of his most famous works.Throughout the book, Sanchez portrays Fanny as a strong, independent woman who was instrumental in Stevenson's success. She was not only his wife but also his editor and collaborator. The book also reveals the challenges Fanny faced in her personal life, including her struggles with illness and the loss of loved ones.Overall, The Life of Mrs. Robert Louis Stevenson is a fascinating portrait of a remarkable woman and her life with one of the most famous writers of the 19th century. The book offers a unique insight into the personal life of Robert Louis Stevenson and the woman who stood by his side.1920. Illustrated. The sister of Fanny Van de Grift Stevenson, the wife of famed author Robert Louis Stevenson, has pieced together the story of her life from a collection of widely scattered materials and remembrances from various parts of the world. Contents: Ancestors; Early Days in Indiana; On the Pacific Slope; France, and the Meeting at Grez; In California with Robert Louis Stevenson; Europe and the British Isles; Away to Sunnier Lands; The Happy Years in Samoa; The Lonely Days of Widowhood; Back to California; Travels in Mexico and Europe; and The Last Days at Santa Barbara.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
