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Lay Morals and Other Papers
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PhilosophyLetters & EssaysBritish History
ISBN13: 9781025494678
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.45
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Lay Morals and Other Papers is a compelling collection of essays and sketches by the celebrated author Robert Louis Stevenson. This volume showcases Stevenson's versatility as a thinker and prose stylist, moving beyond his famous fiction to explore deep moral questions and historical events. The title essay, Lay Morals, offers a profound meditation on ethics and human conduct, written with the clarity and insight characteristic of Stevenson's mature work.
The collection also includes the passionate Father Damien: An Open Letter to the Reverend Dr. Hyde of Honolulu, a spirited defense of the Belgian priest who dedicated his life to serving those with leprosy on Molokai. Additionally, readers will find early writings such as The Pentland Rising, an account of the Covenanters' rebellion, and various College Papers that provide a glimpse into Stevenson's developing literary voice. Covering topics from the architectural beauty of Edinburgh to the intricacies of human character, this anthology is an essential resource for those seeking to understand the philosophical and personal motivations of one of Scotland's most beloved literary figures. It remains a testament to Stevenson's enduring relevance as a social observer and master of the English essay.
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