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Treasure Island (Legend Classics)

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Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson is a thrilling tale of adventure on the high seas, following young Jim Hawkins as he discovers a treasure map and embarks on an expedition to find a pirate's hidden fortune. Along the way, Jim encounters a colourful cast of characters, including the infamous Long John Silver, and faces challenges filled with bravery and betrayal. It's a captivating story of daring and discovery aimed at young readers.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this adventure-filled classic if you love tales of pirates, hidden treasure, and daring exploits on the high seas. The gripping storyline, with its memorable characters and timeless themes, makes it a thrilling read for both young readers and the young at heart.

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Treasure Island (Legend Classics)

Sit back, relax, and enjoy this classic, beloved adventure.

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Fifteen men on the Dead Man's Chest Yo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum! Drink and the devil had done for the rest Yo-ho-ho, and a bottle of rum!Sit back, relax, and enjoy this classic, beloved adventure.Treasure Island has proved unimaginably influential on our collective culture, defining our perception of pirates-adorned with parrots on their shoulder and treasure maps in their hand. As you follow the lives of Billy Bones, Jim Hawkins, and Long John Silver, you will soon understand why Robert Louis Stevenson is a storyteller that has endured throughout time, and why this story in particular is one of the most frequently referenced and dramatized novels of all time.

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Treasure Island (Legend Classics) by Robert Louis Stevenson is generally praised for its thrilling adventure, memorable characters, and engaging storytelling, captivating both children and adults. Reviewers appreciate Stevenson's ability to weave excitement and suspense throughout the narrative. The novel is frequently credited with setting the gold standard for pirate stories, making it a timeless classic.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789559606

Publisher: Legend Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Legend Press Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Despite being plagued with illness for much of his life, Robert Louis Stevenson traversed the planet and became a prolific travel writer. His most enduring legacy, however, is as the novelist to Treasure Island, Kidnapped, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, and A Child's Garden of Verses. He is the 26th most translated author in the world.

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