R.L.S. And His Sine Qua Non, Flashlights From Skerryvore (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025957869)

"R.L.S. And His Sine Qua Non, Flashlights From Skerryvore" offers an intimate and charming glimpse into the domestic life of the celebrated author Robert Louis Stevenson and his wife, Fanny Van de Grift Stevenson. Written by Adelaide A. Boodle, a close friend and pupil of the Stevensons during their residence at Skerryvore in Bournemouth, this memoir captures the vibrant atmosphere of their household during a productive yet physically challenging period of the author's life.

The narrative focuses on the deep bond between Stevenson and his wife-whom he referred to as his "Sine Qua Non" (his essential)-and provides unique anecdotes about his writing process, his health struggles, and his playful personality. Boodle's recollections are filled with warmth, detailing the intellectual and creative environment the Stevensons fostered. As a collection of "flashlights" or insights into their private world, the work illuminates the character of the man behind such classics as "Treasure Island" and "Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde," while also highlighting the essential role Fanny played as his devoted companion and critic.

This volume serves as a significant primary source for scholars and enthusiasts of Victorian literature, offering a firsthand account of one of the most beloved figures in literary history. It is a poignant tribute to a friendship and a fascinating study of a literary marriage during a pivotal era.

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