Young Jim Hawkins is plunged into a dangerous world of pirates, treasure maps and mutiny when a mysterious sea captain comes to stay at his parents inn. Setting sail aboard the Hispaniola, Jim soon discovers that not everyone on board can be trusted, particularly the charming but deadly Long John Silver. Full of adventure, suspense and unforgettable characters, this classic tale of buried treasure and moral choice remains as exciting today as when it was first published.
This book is the winner of numerous awards
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This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 2021 by Oxford University Press .
Robert Louis Stevenson is perhaps best-known today for 'Treasure Island' and 'The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde'.
This book contains the following story:
Treasure Island
Treasure Island is an adventure novel written by Robert Louis Stevenson and first published as a book in 1883. The novel is known for popularizing the pirate genre and introducing many of the tropes and symbols associated with pirates today. Here's a plot summary:
Plot Summary:
The story begins at the "Admiral Benbow," a small inn owned by the protagonist's family. Young Jim Hawkins, the innkeeper's son, comes across a mysterious sailor named Billy Bones. This sailor possesses a chest, and it becomes evident that he is hiding from someone. As events unfold, Jim and his mother find themselves in possession of a treasure map that belonged to Billy Bones, leading to the hidden treasure of the infamous pirate Captain Flint.
Jim and his friends decide to embark on a journey to find the treasure. They secure a ship called the "Hispaniola" and gather a crew, but they soon realize that some of the crew members, including Long John Silver, are actually pirates who plan to mutiny and take the treasure for themselves.
As they sail toward Treasure Island, the relationships between the crew members become tense and dangerous. Long John Silver, a charismatic and cunning one-legged sailor, befriends Jim and manipulates the situation to his advantage.
Upon reaching the island, the crew discovers that the treasure has been buried there, but the pirates' internal conflicts and suspicions lead to betrayals and violent confrontations. Jim manages to escape from the pirates and makes his way to a group of loyal sailors who are also searching for the treasure.
Jim and his loyal companions work together to thwart the pirates' plans and secure the treasure. In the end, Jim and his friends manage to outwit the pirates and claim the treasure. They sail back to England with their hard-earned reward, while Long John Silver escapes but remains at large.
The novel is filled with action, intrigue, and moments of suspense as the characters navigate through dangerous situations and confrontations. It features memorable characters, thrilling action, hidden maps, buried treasure, and moral dilemmas. The novel's themes of loyalty, betrayal, greed, and the allure of adventure continue to resonate with audiences of all ages.
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