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Essays in the Art of Writing
ESSAYS IN THE
ART OF WRITING
ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON
LONDON CHATTO & WINDUS 1905
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I must therefore warn that well-known character, the general reader, that I am here embarked upon a most distasteful business: taking down the picture from the wall and looking on the back; and, like the inquiring child, pulling the musical cart to pieces. 1. Choice of Words.—The art of literature stands apart from among its sisters, because the material in which the literary artist works is the dialect of life; hence, on the one hand, a strange freshness and immediacy of address to the public mind, which is ready prepared to understand it; but hence, on the other, a singular limitation. The sister arts enjoy the use of a plastic and ductile material, like the modeller’s clay; literature alone is condemned to work in mosaic with finite and quite rigid words. You have seen these blocks, dear to the nursery: this one a pillar, that a pediment, a third a window or a vase.
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Robert Louis Stevenson (eigentlich Robert Levis Balfour Stevenson) wurde am 13.11.1850 in Edinburgh geboren. Der Vater war Leuchtturmbaumeister, das wollte auch der Sohn werden. Er hatte jedoch ein Lungenleiden und studierte daher Jura von 1871-1875. Er arbeitete jedoch nicht als Rechtsanwalt sondern wurde freier Schriftsteller, vergeblich ein Klima suchend, das sein Lungenleiden heilte. Seit 1888 lebte er auf Samoa, wo er bei den Eingeborenen in hohem Ansehen stand. Er starb am 03.12.1894 im Haus Vailima bei Apia (Westsamoa).
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You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org Title: Essays in the Art of Writing Author: Robert Louis Stevenson Release Date: October 16, 2012 [eBook #492] [This file was first posted on February 21, 1996] Language: English Character set ...
Summary. "Essays in the Art of Writing" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. This work explores various facets of the writing process and the nature of literature, emphasizing the significance of style, the moral responsibilities of authors, and personal reflections on influential works.
Essays in the Art of Writing (1905) by Robert Louis Stevenson. On Some Technical Elements of Style in Literature. →. sister projects: Wikipedia article, quotes, textbook, Wikidata item. ESSAYS IN THE. ART OF WRITING. BY. ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON.
Essays in the Art of Writing. Kindle Edition. by Robert Louis Stevenson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition. 3.9 221 ratings. See all formats and editions. This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless ...
Although several of Robert Louis Stevenson's major works -- Treasure Island, Kidnapped, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde -- have been enshrined in the Western canon of popular literature, these novels represent only a fraction of a prodigious body of writing that spans virtually every genre. Stevenson was a prolific and preternaturally skilled writer, and in these essays, he offers ...
Overall, I think these essays will mainly be of interest to other writers. Robert Louis Stevenson (RLS) even refers to this as he points to the possibility of impairing a reader's enjoyment if they should see behind the curtain. However it is possible for non-writers to appreciate literature all the more after reading these sage essays.
In "Essays in the Art of Writing", Robert Louis Stevenson explores different literary techniques and offers interesting insights into the writing of "Treasure Island" (1883) and "The Master of Ballantrae" (1889). These fascinating and useful essays will appeal to those with a keen interest in improving their writing skills, and they constitute ...
A collection of essays about writing: "On some technical elements of style in literature," "The morality of the profession of letters," "Books which have influenced me," "A note on realism," "My first book: 'Treasure Island'," "The genesis of 'the master of Ballantrae'" & "Preface to 'the master of Ballantrae'." Robert Louis (Balfour) Stevenson (November 13, 1850-December 3, 1894), was a ...
Essays in the Art of Writing Robert Louis Stevenson examines the techniques of writing, and gives insights into the writing of ""Treasure Island"" and ""The Master of Ballantrae."" CONTENTS On Some Technical Elements of Style in Literature, The Morality of the Profession of Letters, Books Which Have Influenced Me, A Note On Realism, My First Book: ""Treasure Island,"" The Genesis of ""The ...
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Essays in the Art of Writing Robert Louis Stevenson examines the techniques of writing, and gives insights into the writing of ""Treasure Island"" and ""The Master of Ballantrae." Reference · 1894
Novelist, poet, and essayist Robert Louis Stevenson was born in Edinburgh, Scotland. A sickly child, Stevenson was an invalid for part of his childhood and remained in ill health throughout his life. He began studying engineering at Edinburgh University but soon switched to law. His true inclination, however, was for writing.
Essays in the Art of Writing by Stevenson, Robert Louis - ISBN 10: 1544619731 - ISBN 13: 9781544619736 - CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform - 2017 - Softcover ... Stevenson, Robert Louis. 3.58 3.58 out of 5 stars. 344 ratings by Goodreads . Softcover
Stevenson gives advice on a variety of subjects, ranging from inspiration and direction to the technical methods of writing. He explains the basic tools of word choice, rhythm in verse and prose, plotting, and style, with a discussion of the morality of writing--the potential for good that literature has, and the responsibility of the writer to ...
Known for his captivating storytelling and beautiful prose, Stevenson offers valuable advice and shares his wisdom on the art and craft of writing. This collection of essays covers a wide range of topics, including the importance of style, the role of the reader, and the challenges faced by authors. Stevenson's eloquent writing, coupled with ...
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In "Essays in the Art of Writing", Robert Louis Stevenson explores different literary techniques and offers interesting insights into the writing of "Treasure Island" (1883) and "The Master of Ballantrae" (1889). These fascinating and useful essays will appeal to those with a keen interest in improving their writing skills, and they constitute a must-read for fans and collectors of Stevenson's ...