Treasure Island (1883)

By Robert Lewis Stevenson | Retelling by A.C. Clark
218 pages

The greatest pirate story ever told has been reborn for the next generation of readers. Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island is a masterpiece. It’s the timeless, swashbuckling tale that gave us treasure maps, the fearsome "black spot," and the most famous one-legged pirate in history, Long John Silver. It is a story every young reader should experience.

But, dense Victorian language can be a challenge for today's readers. The winding sentences and old-fashioned vocabulary can make the action feel slow and distant, causing many kids to give up before the adventure even begins. This special edition solves that problem. This is not a "dumbed-down" summary; it's a faithful translation of the complete, unabridged story into the clear, direct, and action-packed language of a modern adventure novel. We've kept the unforgettable characters, the thrilling plot, and the treacherous spirit of the original, while carefully updating the prose to be as exciting and immediate as the latest bestseller.

This edition contains the complete and unabridged story, ensuring every shocking betrayal and thrilling sword fight is here, exactly as Stevenson wrote it. The original text has been meticulously translated for clarity and pace, making it perfect for young readers and fans of page-turning action.

To enrich the experience, this book is also packed with exclusive bonus content. Readers can dive into a special appendix featuring a sea-dog's glossary of pirate terms, a thrilling look at the real Golden Age of Piracy, and explores the key lessons from the story about courage, honor, and greed, making the adventure relatable and meaningful.