Publisher's Synopsis
Treasure Island is a classic adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1883. The story follows the journey of young Jim Hawkins, who discovers a treasure map and sets out on a perilous voyage to find the treasure. Along the way, he encounters a crew of pirates led by the infamous Long John Silver and faces numerous challenges and dangers.The novel is set in the 18th century and is full of swashbuckling action, suspense, and intrigue. It is a timeless tale of adventure and betrayal, with memorable characters such as the cunning Long John Silver and the brave Captain Smollett. The novel has been adapted into numerous films, TV shows, and stage productions, and has become a beloved classic of English literature. It is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure, romance, and excitement.1921. Macmillan's Pocket American and English Classics texts, edited for use in elementary and secondary schools, with critical introductions, notes, etc. Stevenson's most famous book, Treasure Island is a pirate tale that has immortalized the names Long John Silver and Jim Hawkins. With it's dastardly plot and motley crew of rogues and villains, it seems unlikely that children will ever say no to this timeless classic. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
