Books with title Treasure Island

Fifteen men on the Dead Man's ChestYo-ho-ho, and a bottle of Fun!All aboard the Hispaniola in this timeless adventure novel that has kept children and adults alike entertained for decades upon decades.A cryptic treasure map given to him by a mysterious sailor prompts a teenager named Jim Hawkins to sail from one end of the sea to the other. In pursuit of these buried riches, young Jim encounters a secret mutiny, a marooned seaman, and the unforgettable Long John Silver!So put down the rum and come pick up the fun!

Perhaps the greatest of all adventure stories for boys and girls, Treasure Island began, a brave boy who finds himself among pirates, and of the sinister pirate-cook Long John Silver holds children as entranced today as it did a century ago. It has appeared with illustrations by many leading artists, but none so apt as Peake's--first published in 1949 and out of print until now.

Enriched Classics offer readers accessible editions of great works of literature enhanced by helpful notes and commentary. Each book includes educational tools alongside the text, enabling students and readers alike to gain a deeper and more developed understanding of the writer and their work.Climb aboard for the swashbuckling adventure of a lifetime. Treasure Island has enthralled (and caused slight seasickness) for decades. The names Long John Silver and Jim Hawkins are destined to remain pieces of folklore for as long as children want to read Robert Louis Stevenson’s most famous book. With its dastardly plot and motley crew of rogues and villains, it seems unlikely that children will ever say no to this timeless classic. Enriched Classics enhance your engagement by introducing and explaining the historical and cultural significance of the work, the author’s personal history, and what impact this book had on subsequent scholarship. Each book includes discussion questions that help clarify and reinforce major themes and reading recommendations for further research. Read with confidence.

This edition of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic tale includes illustrations by N. C. Wyeth, one of America’s greatest artists, who created 3,000 paintings and illustrated 112 books. The first of these, ‘Treasure Island’, was one of his masterpieces.Robert Louis Stevenson wrote ‘Treasure Island’ after drawing a map of an imaginary romantic island with his stepson on a rainy day in Braemar, Scotland.“I had an idea for Long John Silver,” said Stevenson, “from which I promised myself funds of entertainment.”Celebrated for its atmosphere, characters and action, ‘Treasure Island’ is a classic adventure story that has inspired readers, writers & film-makers ever since. It is one of the most dramatized and imitated of all novels. Stevenson ranks among the top 26 most translated writers in the world.READERS’ REVIEWS“One of the greatest works of storytelling in the English language...it can be enjoyed by anyone longing for a rollicking adventure. Each chapter ends with a cliffhanger...and the author's humor shines through.”“Treasure Island is one of a small number of books that are both for children and adults. I have now read the book 3 times and enjoyed it more each time.”“This classic adventure has been a life-long friend.”“A subtle masterpiece...The story is fun, fast-paced and not overly long...Always a pleasure to read.”“A book to keep with you and read and re-read...”“I embarked upon Treasure Island expecting nothing more than a light bedtime read. Yet what I got was a fantastic study of manipulation and survival. I think I'm beginning to see why certain books are termed ‘classics.’”“I have read and re-read this story a great number of times over my 70 years. It's a tale that everyone should read at least once.”“If you like adventure, excitement, pirates and heroes then you have found the right book.”“The story is crisp and gallops along. Highly recommended.”“A captivating story full of suspense.” – The Independent, Book of a Lifetime.“As a child I loved the sense of unpredictable excitement, the exotic settings of a tall ship and a remote island. I re-read Treasure Island most years and it still holds my attention. I still find fresh delights in its pages. For me, it's a book that has everything.” – The Independent.“Stevenson’s masterpiece. The real treasure of Treasure Island is the book itself.”

Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic pirate adventure that has thrilled readers for over a hundred years.Masterfully crafted, Treasure Island is a stunning yarn of piracy on the fiery tropic seas—an unforgettable tale of treachery that embroils a host of legendary swashbucklers, from honest young Jim Hawkins, to sinister, two-timing Israel Hands, to evil incarnate, blind Pew. But above all, Treasure Island is a complex study of good and evil, as embodied by that hero-villain Long John Silver, the merrily unscrupulous buccaneer-rogue whose greedy quest for gold cannot help but win the heart of every soul who ever longed for romance, treasure, and adventure.

-40 Illustrations by N.C. Wyeth-Unique FormatYour purchase helps fund free classic literature and educational resources at BompaCrazy.com!!!!!!!!!!!!Treasure Island is an adventure novel by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, narrating a tale of "pirates and buried gold". First published as a book on 23rd May 1883, it was originally serialized in the children's magazine Young Folks between 1881–82 under the title Treasure Island; or, the mutiny of the Hispaniola and the pseudonym Captain George North.Traditionally considered a coming-of-age story, it is an adventure tale known for its atmosphere, character and action, and also a wry commentary on the ambiguity of morality—as seen in Long John Silver—unusual for children's literature then and now. It is one of the most frequently dramatised of all novels. The influence of Treasure Island on popular perception of pirates is vast, including treasure maps with an "X", schooners, the Black Spot, tropical islands, and one-legged seamen with parrots on their shoulders.

Robert Louis Stevenson’s rousing seafaring classic. “Fifteen men on a dead man’s chest—Yo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum!” For sheer storytelling delight and pure adventure, Treasure Island has never been surpassed. From young Jim Hawkins’s first encounter with the sinister beggar Pew to the climactic battle with the most memorable villain in literature, Long John Silver, this novel has fired readers’ imaginations for generations. A rousing tale of treachery, greed, and daring, Treasure Island continues to enthrall readers of all ages.

Masterfully crafted, Treasure Island is a stunning yarn of piracy on the fiery tropic seas—an unforgettable tale of treachery that embroils a host of legendary swashbucklers from honest young Jim Hawkins to sinister, two-timing Israel Hands to evil incarnate, blind Pew. But above all, Treasure Island is a complex study of good and evil, as embodied by that hero-villain, Long John Silver; the merry unscrupulous buccaneer-rogue whose greedy lust for gold cannot help but win the heart of every one who ever longed for romance, treasure, and adventure.Since its publication in 1883, Treasure Island has provided an enduring literary model for such eminent writers as Anthony Hope, Graham Greene, and Jorge Luis Borges. As David Daiches wrote: “Robert Louis Stevenson transformed the Victorian boys’ adventure into a classic of its kind.”

HarperCollins is proud to present a range of best-loved, essential classics.'Fifteen men on the dead man's chest –Yo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum!'Upon finding a map in his parents' inn, young Jim Hawkins joins a crew on route to the Caribbean to find buried treasure. One of his crew, the charming, yet devious Long John Silver is determined to snag the booty for himself and Jim's swashbuckling voyage becomes a mutinous and murderous adventure – where his own bravery is put to the test and he discovers much about friendship, loyalty and betrayal.