Treasure Island
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TextLanguage: English Publication details: London Macmillan & Co. Ltd. 1971Description: 151Subject(s): DDC classification: - 823.8 STET
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St Aloysius Library Secondary stack section | English | 823.8 STET (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | 030518 |
Treasure Island" is a classic adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1883. The story follows young Jim Hawkins, who discovers a treasure map in the chest of a deceased pirate, Bill Bones, at the Admiral Benbow inn. This discovery sets him on a perilous journey alongside Squire Trelawney and Dr. Livesey to find the buried treasure of the infamous Captain Flint. They charter a ship, the Hispaniola, and encounter a diverse crew led by the cunning Long John Silver, who harbors his own secret ambitions.
As their voyage progresses, Jim becomes embroiled in a mutiny and must navigate treachery, danger, and moral dilemmas on the high seas and the mysterious Treasure Island. The narrative is rich with themes of bravery, loyalty, and the quest for fortune, all while exploring the complex nature of good and evil through its memorable characters. "Treasure Island" has influenced the pirate genre and remains a significant work in children's literature, appealing to readers of all ages with its timeless adventure and exploration of human nature.
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