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This is the extraordinary tale of a boy, Jim Hawkins, who comes into possession of Captain Flint's treasure map, after a buccaneer takes a room at his inn and later dies. The map spreads its ill luck to all who know of it. A local squire outfits a ship to voyage to the Treasure Island, unearth the treasure, and bring it home. Little does he suspect that the man he has hired aboard as cook was formerly Flint's quartermaster, who then connives to hire many of his old mates. Once ashore, pirates being pirates, what follows is a mutiny. Jim and a handful of honest men find themselves harried and ...

Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson. Treasure Island is an adventure novel by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson that tells the story of pirates, treasure maps, and mutiny. Published as a novel in 1883, the story was originally serialized in the children's magazine Young Folks between 1881 and 1882, credited to the pseudonym "Captain George North.” Known for its atmosphere, characters, and action, Treasure Island introduced elements now standard in pirate tales, such as maps marked with an "X" and one-legged buccaneers sporting parrots on their shoulders. It is also recognized as...

Have you ever dreamed of discovering… a treasure? A real treasure, like in adventure novels. Van Cleef & Arpels has brought that dream to life by turning Robert Louis Stevenson’s masterpiece, Treasure Island, into exceptional jewelry pieces. Mysterious maps, ships sailing the seas, exotic vegetation, and caves full of wonders… This podcast series takes you on a journey where imagination, the sparkle of precious stones… and the secrets of jewelry craftsmanship intertwine.Treasure Island by Van Cleef & Arpels. A voyage to the heart of the Maison’s new High Jewelry collection. Guided ...

Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson is read by professional narrator and actress Anna Butterworth in an easy-to-listen-to and understandable style that brings this classic adventure novel to life. This is the original tale of pirates and buried treasure, a gripping story that has stood the test of time and has been the inspiration for the image of pirates in popular culture up until the present day.

Island Treasures began as a platform for caregivers with its guests sharing their stories to encourage, provide insights, and resources to support those in the midst of caregiving. With over 100 heartfelt episodes, it reminded caregivers they were not alone, as it uplifted voices of wisdom, empowerment, and compassion. In October 2025 Island Treasures enters a new chapter.This relaunched season explores life after caregiving—the transitions, transformations, and moments that follow with former caregivers sharing how they have transitioned into their next chapter. In addition to these ...

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