Robert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish author born on November 13, 1850, in Edinburgh, Scotland. He is best known for his classic novels, including Treasure Island and Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. Stevenson's works often explore themes of adventure, morality, and the duality of human nature. In addition to his novels, Stevenson was a prolific essayist and poet. He traveled extensively, spending time in places like Samoa, where he eventually settled and died on December 3, 1894. His literary contributions have had a lasting impact on both children's literature and the adventure genre.