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Treasure Island


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No. of pages 148

Published: 2007

Great for age 7-10 years

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*Treasure Island* by Robert Louis Stevenson is a classic adventure novel that follows young Jim Hawkins, who discovers a treasure map in the chest of a deceased pirate. Joined by the courageous Dr. Livesey and the squire, Jim embarks on a perilous journey to a distant island in search of buried gold. They must face the notorious Long John Silver and his crew of pirates, who also seek the treasure. As betrayals unfold and battles ensue, Jim learns about courage, loyalty, and the complexities of human nature in this thrilling tale of adventure on the high seas. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

 

There are 148 pages in this book. This book was published in 2007 by Bridges Business Consultancy .

 

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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.