“All sorts of allowances are made for the illusions of youth, and none, or almost none for the disenchantment of age.”
Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Robert Louis Stevenson was a 19th-century Scottish novelist, poet, travel writer, and essayist. His works are characterized by adventure and romance, with his most famous novels being 'Treasure Island' and 'The Adventure of the Treasure Island'. Stevenson's works have been beloved by readers and have had a profound impact on literature. more
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