Treasure Island is a novel by Robert Louis Stevenson that was first published in book form 1883 after having been serialized in Young Folks magazine in 1881 and 1882. This action-packed adventure established the classic pirate story as it was written for more than a century afterward, and it made the literary reputation of its young author. Explore the full book summary, an in-depth analysis of Jim Hawkins, and important quotes.

Summary

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Characters

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Literary Devices

Here is where you will find analysis of the main themes, symbols, and motifs in Treasure Island, as well as a listing of other key literary devices.

Quotes

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Quick Quizzes

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Deeper Study

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