Vailima Letters is a collection of letters written by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson during his time living in Samoa. The letters provide an in-depth look into Stevenson's life, his thoughts and experiences, and his observations of the people and culture of Samoa. Through these letters, the reader gains a deeper understanding of Stevenson's perspective on life and his relationships with those around him, as well as his struggles with illness and the challenges he faced in trying to make a new life for himself in a foreign land.
Robert Louis Stevenson (13 November 1850 - 3 December 1894) was a Scottish novelist, poet, and travel writer. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, he was a sickly child, but he grew up to become one of the most famous and widely-read authors of his time. He is best known for his adventure novels, such as "Treasure Island" (1883) and "Kidnapped" (1886), as well as his novel "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" (1886), a chilling tale of a man who transforms into a monster. In addition to his writing, Stevenson was an avid traveler, visiting the United States, Europe, and the Pacific islands. He eventually settled in Samoa, where he died of a stroke at the age of 44. Despite his short life, he left behind a lasting legacy, and his works continue to be popular and widely read today.