Treasure Island
Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson is a classic adventure novel published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited in June 2017. This UK edition spans 240 pages and is presented in English. The story follows young Jim Hawkins, who discovers an old map leading to buried treasure and joins the crew of the Hispaniola. As they embark on their journey, they face mutiny led by the cunning pirate Long John Silver, testing Jim’s courage and revealing themes of friendship, loyalty, and betrayal.
Readers will find a rich narrative filled with action and adventure as Jim navigates the treacherous waters of piracy and deception. The book delves into the historical aspects of sea stories and shipbuilding, making it a compelling read for those interested in classic literature and juvenile fiction. This edition of Treasure Island invites readers to experience the timeless tale of adventure and discovery that has captivated audiences since its original publication in 1883.
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‘Fifteen men on the dead man’s chest -Yo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum!’
When young Jim Hawkins finds an old map showing the location of a hoard of buried treasure, he joins the crew of the Hispaniola who set sail to find it. But they soon have a mutiny on their hands, led by the duplicitous pirate Long John Silver. As the quest turns murderous, Jim’s bravery is put to the test, and he discovers much about friendship, loyalty and betrayal on this daring voyage.
Treasure Island was serialised in the children’s magazine Young Folks before being published in 1883. It has come to be regarded as one of the greatest adventure stories ever told.
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