Treasure Island (Great Illustrated Classics)

Steveanson, Robert Louis

ISBN 10: 0866119582 ISBN 13: 9780866119580

Publisher: Abdo Pub Co, 1989

Synopsis

One of the most consistantly popular adventure tales, Treasure Island began in 1881 as a serialized adventure entitled "The Sea-Cook" in the periodical Young Folks. Completed during a stay at Davos, Switzerland, where Stevenson had gone for his health, it was published in 1883 in the form we know today. Treasure Island is traditionally considered a coming-of-age story and is noted for its atmosphere, characters, and action. It is one of the most frequently dramatized of all novels. Set in the eighteenth century, Treasure Island spins a heady tale of piracy, a mysterious treasure map, and a host of sinister characters charged with diabolical intentions. Seen through the eyes of Jim Hawkins, the cabin boy of the Hispaniola, the action-packed adventure tells of a perilous sea journey across the Spanish Main, a mutiny led by the infamous Long John Silver, and a lethal scramble for buried treasure on an exotic isle. Rich in atmosphere and character, Treasure Island continues to mesmerize readers with its perceptive views of the changing nature of human motives.

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Review:

A must-read and a great collectable edition to own. Scribbler

Book Description:

Relive one of the greatest adventure stories of all time in this stunning, unabridged edition featuring bold, dynamic woodcuts by John Lawrence.

About this edition

• Publisher: Abdo Pub Co
• Publication date: 1989
• ISBN 10: 0866119582
• ISBN 13: 9780866119580
• Binding: School & Library Binding