![]() It was first published as a book on 14 November 1883, by Cassell & Co. It was originally serialized in the children’s magazine Young Folks from 1881 through 1882 under the title Treasure Island or the mutiny of the Hispaniola, credited to the pseudonym “Captain George North”. It is one of the most frequently dramatized of all novels. Treasure Island was originally considered a coming-of-age story and is noted for its atmosphere, characters, and action. ![]() Treasure Island (1881-1882) is an adventure novel by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, narrating a tale of “buccaneers and buried gold.” Its influence is enormous on popular perceptions of pirates, including such elements as treasure maps marked with an “X,” schooners, the Black Spot, tropical islands, and one-legged seamen bearing parrots on their shoulders. Robert Louis Stevenson Signed Check From 1887, Shortly After He Published Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Robert Louis Stevenson signed check, dated 25 April 1887. But for me, Treasure Island remains his masterpiece, and masterclass.” -Val McDermid The Independent Now with a new introduction, this treasure of Emmet Foxs wise and inspirational gems offers enduring spiritual truth and practical advice for mining the gold. First American Edition of Robert Louis Stevenson’s Classic Treasure Island. Stevenson was a master of so many different styles of writing. I still find fresh delights in its pages. ![]() “I re-read Treasure Island most years and it still holds my attention. ![]()
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