{"product_id":"virginibus-puerisque-and-other-papers-memories-and-portraits-9781026074923","title":"Virginibus Puerisque and Other Papers: Memories and Portraits","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Robert Louis Stevenson\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Essays\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Virginibus Puerisque and Other Papers: Memories and Portraits\" is a compelling collection of essays by the celebrated Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson. In the first part of this volume, \"Virginibus Puerisque\", Stevenson offers a series of spirited and insightful reflections on the nature of youth, the complexities of love and marriage, and the broader philosophy of living a meaningful life. Written with his characteristic elegance and wit, these pieces explore the psychological transitions from adolescence to adulthood, capturing the optimism and occasional follies of the young.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccompanying these essays is \"Memories and Portraits\", a deeply personal series of sketches where Stevenson delves into his own past. Through biographical recollections and literary critiques, he provides readers with a window into his family history, his formative years in Scotland, and his evolving views on the art of writing. From poignant tributes to his ancestors to analytical discussions on prose style, this volume showcases Stevenson's versatility as a master of the essay form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRich in moral insight and literary charm, this collection remains an essential work for those seeking to understand the inner life and intellectual development of one of the nineteenth century's most beloved writers. Whether discussing the virtues of idleness or the weight of heritage, Stevenson's prose invites readers into a timeless conversation on the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tradd Street Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47884503482519,"sku":"9781026074923","price":2040.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781026074923.webp?v=1781108013","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/virginibus-puerisque-and-other-papers-memories-and-portraits-9781026074923","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}