Treasure Island

Nov 7, 2024 5:14 PM

Author:Robert Louis Stevenson

Treasure Island

Following the demise of bloodthirsty buccaneer Captain Flint, young Jim Hawkins finds himself with the key to a fortune. For he has discovered a map that will lead him to the fabled Treasure Island. But a host of villains, wild beasts and deadly savages stand between him and the stash of gold. Not to mention the most infamous pirate ever to sail the high seas . . .

This special Puffin Classics edition brings together two of the most inspirational collections at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London - the works of Arts and Crafts pioneer William Morris and the literature of Robert Louis Stevenson.

Illustrator Liz Catchpole has selected patterns from the V&A archive and introduced new artwork inspired by the collection to create a beautiful cover which brings Robert Louis Stevenson's timeless story to life.

Reviews

Pat Barker meets Michelle Magorian . . . Comic as well as poignantly enlightening

—— Independent on Sunday

A beautifully paced and touching tale

—— Mail on Sunday

[A] timely examination of moral, physical and mental bravery and pain

—— Daily Mail

This is a laugh out loud story with hilarious illustrations

—— Families Magazine

WHAM gives Daisy and the Trouble with Zoos five out of five for laugh-out-loud-ability!

—— CITV.co.uk

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