Publisher's Synopsis
The Poems of Robert Louis Stevenson is a collection of poetry written by the Scottish author and poet Robert Louis Stevenson. Originally published in 1900, the book features a selection of Stevenson's best-known poems, including ""A Child's Garden of Verses"", ""The Vagabond"", and ""Requiem"". The collection is divided into four sections, each representing a different stage in Stevenson's life and career as a writer. The first section contains poems from his early years, including some of his earliest works. The second section features poems written during his time as a student at Edinburgh University, while the third section includes works from his time in France and the United States. The final section of the book features poems from the last years of Stevenson's life, including some of his most poignant and reflective works. Throughout the collection, Stevenson's poetry displays his wit, his love of nature, and his deep understanding of the human condition. The Poems of Robert Louis Stevenson remains a beloved classic of English literature and a testament to the enduring power of poetry.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.
