Books
Philosophy for a clear mind and deliberate work, in editions we have the right to offer. Each one is a one-time purchase that stays in your library.
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume includes stories such as "New Arabian Nights," featuring the character Prince Florizel of Bohemia, who engages in adventurous escapades that lead him into the shadowy realms of society and existential inquiry.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
It starts with a prologue set in a lively cigar divan in London, where two old friends, Paul Somerset and Edward Challoner, reconnect.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume prominently features the adventure novel "Treasure Island," which follows the young protagonist Jim Hawkins as he embarks on a perilous quest for buried treasure.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Introductory
This volume includes the novel "Prince Otto," which follows the titular character, a prince of the fictional principality of Grünewald, as he embarks on various adventures that intertwine love, politics, and personal reflection.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume notably features "The Black Arrow," a historical novel set during the tumultuous period of the Wars of the Roses in England.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Advanced
The text offers reflections on themes of memory, identity, and the nuances of cultural differences, particularly between the Scots and the English.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Introductory
This volume includes the stories "The Misadventures of John Nicholson" and "Kidnapped," following themes of misfortune, adventure, and personal struggle.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Introductory
The book features David Balfour, a character thrust into complex political intrigue and personal peril following the events surrounding the Appin murder.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This tale unfolds the complex dynamics between two brothers, the Master of Ballantrae and Mr. Henry Durie, set against the backdrop of the Jacobite risings in Scotland.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume includes "The Wrecker," a collaborative story between Stevenson and his stepson Lloyd Osbourne, which unfolds in the exotic Marquesas Islands and hints at themes of adventure and human relationships set against the backdrop of the oceanic landscape.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Introductory
This volume features notable works such as "A Child's Garden of Verses," which captures the essence of childhood wonder through a series of poems that explore themes of imagination, nature, and the everyday experiences of children.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Introductory
This volume was likely written in the late 19th century, reflecting Stevenson’s flair for adventure and complex characters.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Advanced
This volume focuses on various aspects of Stevenson’s family history, particularly the lives of his ancestors who were involved in engineering and other trades in Scotland.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume, part of a comprehensive collection of Stevenson’s works, focuses on the tumultuous history of Samoa during a critical eight-year period marked by internal discord and foreign intervention.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume focuses on Stevenson's experiences and observations during his voyages in the South Seas, particularly exploring the Marquesas, Paumotus, and Gilbert Islands.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume includes two major works: "The Ebb-Tide," a tale exploring themes of disillusionment and moral ambiguity through the experiences of its characters, and "Weir of Hermiston," which examines familial relationships and societal expectations.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume primarily features "St. Ives," which tells the story of a French prisoner during the Napoleonic Wars, detailing his experiences and interactions while imprisoned in Edinburgh.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume includes several stories, but notably begins with "The Story of a Lie," featuring the central character Dick Naseby, who is engaged in a complex relationship with both his father and a painter referred to as "The Admiral.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
The letters reveal not only his observations but also his character as he interacts with family and friends, hinting at the writer's evolving style and sensibilities.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This edition captures Stevenson's thoughts, observations, and experiences during his time in France and reflects upon his struggles with health and his writing pursuits.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
The story centers on the mysterious abandoned wreck of the Flying Scud at Midway Atoll.
$7.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Introductory
Two elderly brothers are the last survivors of a tontine—a financial scheme where the final survivor claims everything.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
The book recounts Stevenson's 12-day solo hiking journey through the remote mountains of south-central France, accompanied by Modestine, a stubborn donkey he struggles to control.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Introductory
When young Jim Hawkins discovers a mysterious treasure map in a dead pirate's sea chest, he sets sail with a crew to find Captain Flint's buried gold.
$7.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
A collection of Stevenson's poems in two books, the first in English and the second in Scots.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
The letters mainly convey Stevenson's reflections and experiences while living in the South Sea islands of Samoa, particularly focusing on his new life as a planter and writer, where he shares both the beauty of the tropical landscapes and the challenges that come with settling in a foreign land.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Advanced
This work explores various themes surrounding youth, friendship, marriage, and the complexities of human emotions and relationships.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
Set during the Napoleonic Wars, it tells the story of Archie Weir, a sensitive young man estranged from his cruel father, a criminal court judge.
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