Books in Order: The Detailed Works of Robert Louis Stevenson
A Brief Insight into the Author’s Life
Acclaimed Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) left an indelible imprint in the world of literature. His exceptional narrative skills have driven generations into the exhilarating realms of ‘Treasure Island’ and the thrilling twists and turns of the ‘Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde’.
Reaching notable fame during his lifetime, Stevenson’s reputation underwent an unfortunate dip after World War I when renowned authors like Virginia Woolf labelled him as a ‘second class’ writer. Later, his true literary prowess received recognition when Roger Lancelyn Green of the Oxford Inklings hailed him as “a writer of a consistently high level of literary skill or sheer imaginative power.”
Stevenson’s Unique Writing Style
Stevenson’s narratives display a finesse that uncovers the unique tapestry of his thoughts. With every written piece, his ability to weave an enthralling story comes alive, engulfing readers into the intense atmospheres of his narrative worlds.
Books in Order: The Chronological Journey of Stevenson’
Taking his first steps into the literary sphere, Stevenson’s maiden novel ‘The Hair Trunk or The Ideal Commonwealth’ unfortunately remained incomplete and unpublished. He blew the trumpets of triumph with the publication of one of his most celebrated works, ‘Treasure Island’ in 1883. The narrative magnificence of this novel introduced Stevenson as a promising author in the realms of literature.
Please, find below a chronological list of Robert Louis Stevenson’s books in order, tracing his imaginative universe from its very beginning:
Publication Order of David Balfour Books
| Kidnapped | (1886) |    |
| Catriona | (1893) | |