Publisher's Synopsis
The Novels and Tales of Robert Louis Stevenson: St. Ives, Being the Adventures of a French Prisoner in England (1918) is a collection of stories written by the renowned Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson. The book is centered around the character of St. Ives, a French prisoner who escapes from jail and embarks on a series of adventures in England. Throughout the book, readers are taken on a journey through the English countryside, encountering a variety of colorful characters and experiencing the highs and lows of St. Ives' escapades. The novel is filled with action, suspense, and humor, making it a thrilling read for anyone who loves adventure stories.Stevenson's writing is known for its vivid descriptions and rich character development, and this book is no exception. St. Ives is a complex and charismatic character, and readers will find themselves rooting for him as he navigates his way through the challenges of his new life.Overall, The Novels and Tales of Robert Louis Stevenson: St. Ives, Being the Adventures of a French Prisoner in England (1918) is a must-read for fans of classic adventure stories and anyone who appreciates great storytelling. It is a timeless work that continues to captivate readers today, more than a century after it was first published.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.
