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Robert Louis Stevenson

Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson (Penguin Popular Classics)

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“Treasure Island” is an adventure novel written by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson. The book was first published as a serial in the children’s magazine “Young Folks” between 1881 and 1882 before being published as a complete novel in 1883. It has since become one of the most enduring and influential works of pirate fiction.

The story follows the young Jim Hawkins, who discovers a treasure map in the chest of a deceased pirate named Billy Bones. Jim and his friends set sail aboard the Hispaniola to find the treasure, which is buried on a remote island. Unbeknownst to them, the ship’s crew includes pirates led by the notorious Long John Silver, who plans to mutiny and take the treasure for themselves.

“Treasure Island” is known for popularizing many pirate tropes, including the concept of buried treasure marked by an “X” on a map, one-legged pirates, and the archetypal character of Long John Silver. The novel has been adapted into numerous films, television series, and stage productions, contributing to its lasting cultural impact.

The book’s timeless appeal lies in its engaging storytelling, vivid characters, and the thrilling sense of adventure. Stevenson’s “Treasure Island” is considered a classic in the genre of adventure literature and has captured the imagination of readers of all ages for generations.

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