In this classic collection of essays, Stevenson recounts his adventures and travels across Europe, the United States, and the Pacific. From exploring the Scottish Highlands to sailing in the South Seas, he vividly conveys his experiences and impressions of different cultures and landscapes. With his characteristic wit and insight, Stevenson offers a delightful and inspiring read for armchair travelers and adventurers alike. This 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 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. 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.