(World's Youngsters Literature Selection)

Author: (British) Robert Louis Stevenson
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Publish Date: 2003-05-01
Features: World Children's Literature Selection. Compiled according to the new curriculum standards for primary and secondary schools, it is an authoritative reading book for students and has the largest circulation of juvenile versions of classic works in the global Chinese-speaking region. Treasure Island is the classic adventure novel by 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 set sail for Treasure Island in search of treasure, but the treasure disappears without a trace—could someone have beaten them to it? Treasure Island features turbulent seas, a clever and brave boy, vicious and cunning pirates, and a mysterious treasure map. Centered around this map, the young Jim and his companions embark on a thrilling battle. The plot is full of twists and turns, and the characters are vivid and lifelike. This is why Treasure Island has maintained its charm for over a century. To this day, it continues to captivate children and teenagers around the world.
Led by Silver, a group of pirates who covet the treasure disguise themselves as sailors and set sail for Treasure Island. They seek the treasure worth ￡700,000 buried on Treasure Island by the pirate captain Flint. A life-or-death struggle ensues between the treasure hunters and the pirates. Thanks to the skilled leadership of Captain Smollett, the calm and decisive doctor, and Jim's cleverness and bravery, the pirates' plots are repeatedly foiled, and the mutiny is quelled. In the end, they find the treasure and return safely.