Description: Robert Louis Stevenson's nineteenth-century novel Treasure Island set the tone for countless other pirate stories.
Perhaps the most iconic pirate story of all time, Treasure Island was written by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1881. The book follows young Jim Hawkins, who finds himself in possession of a treasure map and embarks on a journey to unearth the pirate booty. His adventure takes him through the turbulent waters of morality, and his subsequent coming of age has captivated generations of readers. Rousing and full of adventure, Treasure Island is a classic to be enjoyed by readers of all ages. Featuring colorful sprayed edges and a heat-burnished cover with foil stamping, this edition of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic tale is a stylish addition to your bookshelf.Brief description: Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) was a well-respected Scottish writer. With a propensity toward imaginative thought and rebellious philosophies, Stevenson traveled throughout the world during his life, using his experiences in much of his writing. His two best-known stories, Treasure Island and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, are classics of Western literature.