Robert Louis Stevenson

Robert Louis Stevenson is best known for his adventure stories including Treasure Island and Kidnapped which have become classics of English literature. He was a Scottish writer born on November 13, 1850, in Edinburgh, Scotland. Stevenson suffered from poor health throughout his childhood which led to a lifelong struggle with tuberculosis. Stevenson was always more interested in writing and literature than his studies. He began to publish his first essays and stories in magazines while he was still in his teens. His first book, An Inland Voyage was published in 1878 and chronicled a canoe trip he had taken in Belgium and France. His work was hugely popular, and they have become classics of English literature. His literary style was known for its vivid characters, exciting plots and a sense of adventure that captured the imagination of readers around the world. His works have been adapted into countless films, plays and television shows, and his legacy continues to inspire readers and writers alike.