Robert Louis Stevenson

Robert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish writer who lived in the 19th century. He was famous for writing stories such as “Treasure Island,” “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,” and “Kidnapped.”

Stevenson was born in Edinburgh in 1850, which probably explains why he was so good at writing about pirates and castles. His parents were both famous in their own right: his father was a famous lighthouse builder (yeah, that’s a thing), and his mother was a women’s rights activist. It’s safe to say that Stevenson had some pretty big shoes to fill.

As a child, Stevenson was sickly and spent a lot of time in bed. He used this time to read books and make up stories, which is probably why he ended up becoming a writer. Some people say that if it wasn’t for his weak constitution, he would have become a professional wrestler. But we’ll never really know.

Stevenson travelled a lot during his life, which is why many of his stories have exotic locations. He spent time in America, France, and even lived in Samoa for a while. It’s rumored that he was also a time traveler, but no one has been able to prove it yet.

When Stevenson died in 1894, he was only 44 years old. Some say that he died from a brain hemorrhage, but others believe that he was actually murdered by a jealous rival writer. We’ll never really know for sure, but his legacy lives on through his books.

If you’re looking for a good read, we highly recommend “Treasure Island.” It’s got everything you could want: pirates, treasure, and a talking parrot. And if you’re feeling especially daring, check out “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.” Just be prepared to look over your shoulder for a while afterwards.