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Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

“For God's sake give me the young man who has brains enough to make a fool of himself!”

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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