Gold Island

Author: (English) Robert Louis Stevenson
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Publish Date: 2003-05-01
Features: World Young Literature Selection. Compiled according to the new curriculum standards for primary and secondary schools, it is the authoritative reading book for primary and secondary school students and the best-selling juvenile edition of classic literature in the global Chinese-speaking regions. Treasure Island is the classic adventure novel by the British author Robert Louis Stevenson. What secrets are hidden in the old captain's trunk? Why does it attract the attention of pirates? A group of pirates disguised as sailors embark on a journey to Treasure Island in search of treasure, but the treasure disappears without a trace—could someone have arrived there first? Treasure Island features turbulent seas, a clever and brave young boy, ferocious and cunning pirates, and a mysterious treasure map. Surrounding this treasure map, young Jim and his companions embark on a thrilling battle. The plot is full of twists and turns, and the characters are vividly portrayed. This is the reason why Treasure Island has maintained its charm after over a century. To this day, it continues to captivate young readers around the world.
Led by Silver, a group of pirates who covet the treasure disguise themselves as sailors and embark on a journey to Treasure Island. Around the treasure buried by the pirate captain Flint on Treasure Island, worth 700,000 pounds, the treasure hunters and pirates engage in a life-and-death struggle. Due to Captain Smollett's skilled leadership, the doctor remains calm and decisive in dealing with the pirates. Jim's cleverness and bravery repeatedly foil the pirates' schemes and quell the mutiny, ultimately finding the treasure and returning safely.