Treasure island is an adventurous story written by robert louis stevenson. Writer robert louis stevenson wrote treasure island as a response to the craze for naval adventures. Treasure island 1 the old seadog at the admiral benbow squire trelawney, dr. See todays treasure island book for sale, best offer and auction. Collecting treasure island by stevenson, robert louis first. Treasure island has enthralled and caused slight seasickness for decades. The serial publication in young folks running through january 1882 was not especially wellreceived, but on its appearance in book form the following year in an edition of only 2000 copies, the story was hailed as the best tale of. Buy a cheap copy of treasure island book by robert louis stevenson. Treasure island is one of those stories that is so famous you already know it prior to reading the book. Asked in books and literature, treasure island is the book treasure island fiction or nonfiction. Treasure island ladybirds childrens classics by ladybird and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Comic book adaptation of the classic robert louis stevenson story about young jim hawkins.
What is the value of the 1924 treasure island by robert. Treasure island, a wonderfully crafted edition of stevenson s classic adventure story, is known for its great plot, immortal characters and vivid images. Jun 11, 2012 thank you very much for the information you have given and the pictures, from your description and pictures you have given i would say that this is a later printing of the 1930 edition of treasure island, more than likely printed around 1938. How much is the value of the book treasure island written. Treasure island was first published as a book by cassell and company of london in 1883. Comic book adaptation of the classic robert louis stevenson story about young jim hawkins, his encounter with pirates and his search for treasure.
This book is a hard back, is in excellent condition. Remembering having read the book as a young man, i was eager to reexperience the joy of this classic. Part of that lore includes pirate captain flint of treasure island fame having hidden some piratical treasure on the island over two hundred years ago. What are the rarest editions of robert louis stevensons books. It is not a first edition, being as treasure island was first published in 1883. But remember, treasure island wasnt originally published in 1911, it was published in 1883. Treasure island true value hardware store in treasure.
Collecting treasure island by stevenson, robert louis. In excellent condition with the dust jacket and no stains, tears, and a strong binding the book retails. Jul 15, 2014 the 1982 treasure hunt book, the secret, has clues to 12 hidden gems. Rare books by robert louis stevenson, including first editions, signed and finely bound copies, and handsome sets of his collected works. First published as a book on 23 may 1883, it was originally serialized in the childrens magazine young folks between 1881 and 1882 under the title treasure island or, the mutiny of the hispaniola with stevenson adopting the pseudonym captain george north. Treasure island free ebook online literature project. Editions of treasure island by robert louis stevenson.
A missing dust jacket, or a dust jacket that is in poor condition, can cut a collectible books value more than 50%, and make it harder to find a buyer. The names long john silver and jim hawkins are destined to remain pieces of folklore for as long as children want to read robert louis stevensons most famous book. Treasure island is an adventure novel by scottish author robert louis stevenson, narrating a tale of buccaneers and buried gold. Treasure island is best enjoyed as its author intended, simply as a good tale well told silvey, 631. Treasure island windermere series by robert louis stevenson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Collecting treasure island by stevenson, robert louis first edition. During the book jim meets ben gunn who has lived on the island for three years. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. Weve got information on favorites like treasure island and some surprising picks. Treasure island book by robert louis stevenson thriftbooks. In excellent condition with the dust jacket and no stains, tears, and a strong binding the book retails for between 3540 dollars. It deals with themes such as fighting, pirates, sailing ships and finding treasure.
At the start of the book jim lives with his mother in an inn. Climb aboard for the swashbuckling adventure of a lifetime. What an enjoyable book, made even more enjoyable by the wonderful narration. First editions have 1883 as the year of publication on the title page with.
The 1982 treasure hunt book, the secret, has clues to 12 hidden gems. Treasure island and the pirates of the 18th century. Collectors really only want first editions, or very close to first. Tools, products and expert advice for all your project needs. Come take a tour, visit our exhibitions, and view the gorgeous main reading room. Treasure island 3 introduction to treasure island during the summer of twothousand, i had the fortunate opportunity to read a copy of robert louis stevensons treasure island.
Treasure island was written by the scottish poet, robert louis stevenson. What is the value of the 1924 treasure island by robert louis. The paper had been sealed in several places with a thimble by way of seal. Titled treasure island every boys library boy scout edition. First editions have 1883 as the year of publication on the title page with the page left blank. Up for auction is this very nice collectable 1st edition book you must have for your boy scout collection. Were hosting a food drive throughout the run of treasure island to benefit the queen anne food bank. Its the tale of teenage jim hawkins who discovers a treasure map and sets sail as a cabin boy along with long john silver and the rest of the crew as they embark on their quest for treasure.
Treasure island is an adventure novel by robert louis stevenson. The pairing of the actors was a cinch, coming three years after their tremendously popular teaming in the champ. The illustrations were done by louis rhead who was a very well known poster artist before turning to childrens books later in life. Whether youre a pro or taking on a diy home improvement project for the first time, were right here in your neighborhood with the expert advice, tools, equipment. Treasure island true value hardware, treasure island, florida. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. Treasure island, 14th printing, painted cover with no issue number, 1. Full glossary for treasure island book summaries, test. Treasure island, classic adventure novel by robert louis stevenson that was serialized in the magazine young folks in 188182 under the title the seacook. Treasure island 1883 and kidnapped 1886 were the first of stevensons novels to be published by cassell, both first serialized in young folks, then afterwards published in book form, and they remained among the bestsellers on cassells. Unfollow treasure island book first edition to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Livesey, and the rest of these gentlemen having asked me to write down the whole particulars about treasure island, from the beginning to the end, keeping nothing back but the bearings of the island, and that only because there is still treasure not yet lifted, i take up my pen in the year of grace 17, and. Were proud to be a member of the true value family, and were here to serve our community. Classics illustrated 064 treasure island 1949 comic books.
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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 onelegged seamen bearing parrots on their shoulders. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson, first edition. How much is my treasure island book from 1911 worth. Thank you very much for the information you have given and the pictures, from your description and pictures you have given i would say that this is a later printing of the 1930 edition of treasure island, more than likely printed around 1938. The doctor opened the seals with great care, and there fell out the map of an island, with latitude and longitude, soundings, names of hills and bays and inlets, and every particular that. Bring in a donation, and provide healthy food assistance to lowincome and homeless people living in seattle. The quest to find 12 hidden treasures from a 1982 treasure. Remembering having read the book as a young man, i was eager to reexperience the joy of this classic treasure yarn. With tab hunter, dawn addams, porter hall, james seay. For many people, this 1934 version is the definitive treasure island.
Traditionally considered a comingofage story, treasure island is the classic pirate tale, known for its superb atmosphere. First published as a book on 23 may 1883, it was originally serialized in the childrens magazine young folks between 1881 and 1882 under the title treasure island or, the mutiny of the hispaniola with stevenson adopting the pseudonym. Treasure island true value in treasure island, fl is your locally owned hardware store. American academic clive stone is conducting research on pirate lore for a book. Treasure island young readers classics by robert louis stevenson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. James renner is on a quest to discover the others, and he invites you to join the hunt. To take advantage of this special offer, please call 800 2887206 and ask for the radisson dream deals offer, or book online. Its the tale of teenage jim hawkins who discovers a treasure map and sets sail as a cabin boy along with long john silver and the rest of the crew as. The story was originally serialised in the childrens magazine young folks under the title the sea cook over a period of several months from 188182.
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