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In "Olalla," Robert Louis Stevenson crafts a haunting tale that intricately weaves themes of isolation, desire, and the allure of the exotic. Set against the backdrop of mist-shrouded hills in Spain, the novella employs a rich, lyrical style that combines gothic elements with psychological depth. Stevensons exploration of love intertwined with decay reflects his fascination with the dualities of human nature and evokes the broader literary context of late 19th-century romanticism and existential inquiry. The narrative follows an Englishman who, captivated by the mysterious and enchanting Olalla, becomes ensnared in a web of family secrets and tragic legacies, culminating in a profound meditation on fate and choice. Robert Louis Stevenson, a seminal figure in Victorian literature, was deeply influenced by his own travels and the cultural encounters he experienced throughout his life. The themes of personal conflict and moral ambiguity present in "Olalla" echo Stevensons own struggles with health and identity, as well as his reflections on human nature. This novella encapsulates his mastery of psychological characterization and narrative tension, marking it as a notable work within his oeuvre. "Olalla" is not merely a tale of romantic intrigue; it serves as a poignant exploration of the darker aspects of love and human connection. Readers seeking a nuanced understanding of the complexities of desire, alongside rich, evocative prose, will find in this work a captivating experience that lingers long after the final page.

In "The Bottle Imp," Robert Louis Stevenson explores themes of morality, desire, and the consequences of ones choices through a captivating narrative steeped in Pacific Island folklore. The novellas structure blends elements of fantasy and adventure, laden with rich descriptions and a vivid sense of place. Stevensons literary style harkens back to the 19th-century tradition of moral tales, utilizing wit and irony to engage the reader while imparting profound lessons about the nature of greed and the human condition. The story revolves around a magical bottle that grants wishes but comes with a dire consequence, encapsulating the conflict between ambition and ethical dilemma. Born in 1850 in Edinburgh, Stevenson was deeply influenced by his Scottish heritage and a lifetime of travel, including visits to the Pacific Islands. His experiences with varying cultures and philosophies significantly informed his writing. The notion of the bottlea potent symbol of desire and perilspeaks to Stevensons enduring interest in the interplay of fascination and danger, a reflection of his own adventurous spirit and desire to challenge societal norms. Stevensons "The Bottle Imp" is a compelling read for those intrigued by moral quandaries and the supernatural. This novella not only entertains but also provokes critical reflections on the human psyche, making it essential for scholars, students, and general readers alike who seek to understand the complexities of choice and consequence in life.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

"La Isla del Tesoro" reúne todos los elementos de la gran novela de aventuras clásica: una equis en el mapa, un joven huérfano con ansias de aventura, navegación en barcos de vela, intrigas y traiciones, insulas exoticas Es el libro de aventuras inmarcesible al que ningun otro corsario ha podido hacer sombra. Como otros grandes clasicos de la literatura universal (Frankenstein o Alicia en el pais de las maravillas) se dice de el que la idea le surgio a su autor en una racha de mal tiempo que le tenia confinado en casa a el y su familia, y que la trama surgio para entretener a su hijastro. Al parecer, primero le dibujo el mapa de la isla con el tesoro enterrado. Y a partir de ahi empezo a escribir la historia. Una historia protagonizada por el adolescente Jim Hawkins, que trabaja en la posada de sus padres. El dia en que un viejo marinero taciturno y malhumorado llega para alojarse, la vida de Jim y su familia cambiara. El huesped posee un mapa que sus patibularios compinches anhelan, y que, por azar, va a parar a manos del joven hostalero. Empieza entonces una aventura por el mar para viajar a la isla caribeña que esconde el tesoro. El cocinero contratado en el puerto, un tal John Silver, y la tripulacion, no son de fiar. Pronto protagonizaran un motin para apoderarse del mapa y comenzar a cavar en busca del cofre lleno de oro. Los piratas, sin embargo, no esperan que el joven Jim y algun aliado inesperado pueda afrontar la situacion y burlar los ataques de los despiadados bucaneros.

Un día, Jim Hawkins descubre algo que cambia su vida: el lugar donde está enterrado un tesoro. De inmediato, él y sus amigos deciden ir en su búsqueda. Lo que no imaginan es que la tripulación que los acompaña a bordo de La Hispaniola es una banda de sanguinarios piratas que quieren apoderarse del oro a cualquier precio. ¿Podran vencerlos? ¿Regresaran a Inglaterra sanos y salvos? ¿Y que pasara con la inmensa fortuna escondida en La isla del tesoro? Esta obra de Robert L. Stevenson adaptada por Elsa Pizzi esta considerada la novela de piratas mas representativa de las historias de aventuras.

Este ebook presenta "Obras selectas de Robert Louis Stevenson" con un sumario dinámico y detallado. Contenido: La isla del tesoro La flecha negra El diablo en la botella El extraño caso del doctor Jekyll y mister Hyde Robert Louis Balfour Stevenson (1850 - 1894) fue un novelista, poeta y ensayista escoces. Stevenson, que padecia de tuberculosis, solo llego a cumplir 44 años; sin embargo, su legado es una vasta obra que incluye cronicas de viaje, novelas de aventuras e historicas, asi como lirica y ensayos. Se le conoce principalmente por ser el autor de algunas de las historias fantasticas y de aventuras mas clasicas de la literatura juvenil, La isla del tesoro, la novela historica La flecha negra y la popular novela de horror El extraño caso del doctor Jekyll y mister Hyde, dedicada al tema de los fenomenos de la personalidad escindida, y que pueden ser leida como novela psicologica de horror. Varias de sus novelas continuan siendo muy famosas y algunas de ellas han sido varias veces llevadas al cine del siglo XX, en parte adaptadas para niños. Fue importante tambien su obra ensayistica, breve pero decisiva en lo que se refiere a la estructura de la moderna novela de peripecias. Fue muy apreciado en su tiempo y siguio siendolo despues de su muerte. Tuvo continuidad en autores como Joseph Conrad, Graham Greene, G. K. Chesterton, H. G. Wells, y en los argentinos Adolfo Bioy Casares y Jorge Luis Borges.

La grande forza di questo romanzo sta nel coniugare in maniera perfetta quello che e strano, inatteso e sorprendente con uno svolgimento della narrazione che appare sempre logica e naturale. La caratterizzazione tramite descrizioni particolareggiate delle persone e degli ambienti rende quanto mai viva la realta nella quale si svolgono gli eventi.

El respetable Dr. Jekyll desea separar los aspectos buenos y malos de su naturaleza. Mediante una droga que ha desarrollado en secreto en su laboratorio consigue liberar sus propensiones malvadas en la repulsiva forma de Mr. Hyde. Al principio le resulta sencillo volver a la personalidad de Jekyll, pero con el tiempo va siendo más difícil y, poco a poco, va doblegándose involuntariamente a la voluntad de Hyde. El misterio se va revelando al lector a través de las narraciones de Mr. Enfield, Mr. Utterson, el Dr. Lanyon y Poole, el mayordomo del Dr. Jekyll.

La isla del tesoro es la novela de aventuras por antonomasia. En un pequeño pueblo de la costa de Inglaterra, el joven Jim Hawkins conoce a un viejo marinero borracho y malhumorado, que al morir deja el mapa de un tesoro: un codiciado alijo de oro y plata enterrado por el legendario pirata Flint en una lejana isla tropical. Jim se embarca con destino a la isla, pero, mezclada con la tripulacion, una banda de piratas capitaneados por John Silver tambien perseguira el botin. Comienza la aventura.

Stevenson empezó a escribir La Isla del Tesoro en unas vacaciones estivales al norte de Escocia, en 1881, a petición de un jovencito de 13 años llamado Lloyd Osborne. Es bien conocido que escribió la novela al tiempo que la ideaba en su cabeza, casi como si de un juego se tratara y a partir de un mapa imaginario que el mismo dibujo de la isla y a la que fue añadiendo los mas diversos paisajes: montes, cabos, bahias, acantilados... A la tarea de confeccionar esta novela tan itinerante, pronto se unieron los padres, ademas de otros familiares y amigos: la novela se habia convertido en el pasatiempo familiar de las vacaciones. Sin duda esta particular y espontanea planificacion de la obra contribuyo a darle ese ritmo frenetico y esa frescura que han hecho de la isla del tesoro un autentico canto a la libertad, convirtiendola en lectura universal obligada de la que ningun lector, que quiera presumir de serlo, ha de renunciar al menos media docena de veces a lo largo de su vida de lector; y si renunciara, si es que acaso puede renunciarse, sea por buscar y vivir mejores e intensas aventuras, si es que esto es posible mas alla de este libro, siguiendo y manteniendo intacta la intencion primera de Stevenson al publicar la novela: Que a ti tambien, / como a Jim Hawkins aquel dia, / te aguarde una Hispaniola. Pero mientras aguardamos la visita de nuestra particular Hispaniola, leer o releer La Isla del Tesoro -hoy con la excusa de conocer la excelente traduccion que rescatamos del poeta Jose Maria Alvarez-, puede funcionar como inmejorable sustituto hasta que llegue ese dia. Si es que algun dia llega.

El núcleo de la obra radica en la dualidad del espíritu humano, balanceándose entre los principios del bien y del mal, y conduciendo al protagonista a una doble personalidad mediante los efectos de una pocima cientifica. En una historia que intimamente nos involucra, la moraleja de este relato, es que el mal esta dentro de nosotros, es un constituyente de nuestro ser; podemos derrotarlo pero jamas eliminbarlo del todo y no debemos jugar con el o de lo contrario corremos el riesgo de que nos destruya como al Dr. Jekyll.

Il romanzo "L''isola del tesoro" (1883) venne inizialmente pubblicato a puntate su un giornale per ragazzi e solo successivamente fu stampato in volume. Al suo debutto l''opera fu stroncata. Stevenson scrisse queste righe in risposta alla stroncatura: "Non e mai esistito un bambino (fatta eccezione per il signor James) che non abbia cercato oro, non sia stato pirata o capitano di soldati o bandito di montagna; che non abbia mai fatto battaglie, non sia naufragato e non sia stato fatto prigioniero, e non abbia bagnato di sangue le sue piccole mani, o che bravamente non si sia ritirato da una battaglia perduta e che infine, con manifesto orgoglio, non abbia protetto l''innocenza e la bellezza".

Stevenson published this collection of his early fiction in 1882, after the pieces had appeared in various magazines. The first half features two popular detective-story cycles, The Suicide Club and The Rajah's Diamonds, which deal with a macabre secret society and the intrigues and escapades involving exotic jewels. The second half brings together unrelated pieces, including the seminal 'The Pavilion on the Links' - described by Conan Doyle as "the first short story in the world" - which is set in a cottage surrounded by quicksand and tells the story of two old friends who become rivals for the affection of a woman.

The Wrong Box is a black comedy novel, co-written by Robert Louis Stevenson, author of Treasure Island and The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and his stepson Lloyd Osbourne.Morris and John Finsbury stands to gain a lot of money if their Uncle Masterman dies, but none if Uncle Joseph dies first. So when Joseph seems to have come to an untimely end in a railway accident, a farcical sequence is set in motion. Determined to conceal the death, Morris hides the body in a barrel which he then ships to London. How will the situation resolve itself and how long can the deception continue for...? First published in 1889 and adapted several times for film and musical, The Wrong Box is Stevenson at his funniest. The farce moves at a tremendous pace with Stevenson rapidly piling up train crashes, missing uncles, cases of mistaken identity and surplus dead bodies.

E-artnow presents to you the greatest adventure books of all time, psychological thrillers and historical novels by one of the greatest writers of English literature. This edition includes:Treasure Island Prince OttoStrange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Kidnapped Catriona The Black Arrow: A Tale of the Two Roses The Master of Ballantrae The Wrong Box The Wrecker The Ebb-Tide Weir of Hermiston St Ives: Being the Adventures of a French Prisoner in England The Great North RoadHeathercatThe Young ChevalierRobert Louis Stevenson (1850 - 1894) was a Scottish novelist, poet, essayist, and travel writer. His most famous works are Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. A literary celebrity during his lifetime, Stevenson now ranks among the 26 most translated authors in the world.

Includes pictures, notes and an extensive section on Stevenson's life and works. One of Stevenson's most famous and enduringly popular works, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde describes the mysterious relationship between a respectable and affable doctor and his brutal associate. Set in the grimy streets of Victorian London, this tale of murder, split personality and obscure science, with its chilling final revelation, became an instant horror classic when it was first published in 1886 and has enthralled and terrified generations of readers ever since.

Treasure Island (1883), by Robert Louis Stevenson, is one of the most famous childrens novels of all time. Published for the first time in installments in the childrens magazine Young Folks in the years 1881-1882 under the title of Sea Cook, or Treasure Island ("The cook on board or the treasure island"), it tells a story of "pirates and treasures "and has certainly contributed significantly to the popular imagination on these topics (starting with the stereotype of the pirate in the classic form in which he appears, for example, in Peter Pan and Pirates of the Caribbean). It is generally regarded as a Bildungsroman, but it contains unusual elements; for example Long John Silver, used by the author to describe the potential ambiguity of morality, is not a completely good character but not completely bad either.

Lo strano caso del Dr Jekyll e Mr Hyde (1886) e probabilmente la piu celebre opera di Robert Louis Stevenson. La trama del racconto/romanzo e nota: un avvocato londinese, Gabriel John Utterson, indaga e scopre che il suo vecchio amico, il buono e onesto dottor Jekyll e il cattivo e malvagio mister Hyde sono la stessa persona. La storia e diventata metafora del mistero della ambivalenza dellagire umano, del dilemma di una mente scissa tra lIo e le sue pulsioni irrazionali, in definitiva del bene e del male.

Young Jim Hawkins comes into possession of a map depicting an island where the infamous pirate Captain Flint has buried his prey. Together with a colourful crew under Captain Smollett, a dangerous search for the pirates treasure begins. But parts of the crew, especially the unscrupulous ships cook Long John Silver, turn out to be pirates from Flints former troop. In the end, countless fights between Jim and the pirates stand in the way of recovering the treasure.Treasure Island, first published in 1883, has inspired young and old for generations; and there is hardly a reader who has not devoured this exciting adventure novel from the first to the last page.The book is decorated with the original illustrations.