Fighting the Whales

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Robert Michael Ballantyne, a Scottish author and artist, embarked on a remarkable journey from fur trading in Canada to becoming a prolific writer of adventure novels. His experiences fueled his storytelling, leading to the creation of over 100 books, including the influential The Coral Island, which inspired Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. Ballantyne's artistic talents also shone through his water-colour exhibitions at the Royal Scottish Academy, showcasing his multifaceted creativity.