
Olalla
Published in 1885, 'Olalla' is a Gothic novella by Robert Louis Stevenson that follows a nameless wounded soldier recuperating in the Spanish countryside. He becomes captivated by Olalla, the daughter of his hostess, who harbors a dark family secret. This work, written as a 'shilling shocker' for the Christmas season, showcases Stevenson's exploration of themes such as obsession and the supernatural, preceding his more famous work, 'Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.'





















































