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Dec 2, 2014 · Designed to forever kindle a dream of high romance and distant horizons, Treasure Island is, in the words of G. K. Chesterton, ‘the realization of an ideal, that which is promised in its provocative and beckoning map; a vision not only of white skeletons but also green palm trees and sapphire seas.’
- Glimpse Into The Story
- Greed, The Evil of All Evils
- Prototype of Pirates’ Life
- Conclusion
Treasure Island begins with Jim narrating his purpose for writing down his adventure experiences to the strange island. The story’s incidents are narrated from Jim’s perspective, the young protagonist, who witnesses the actual world during his journey. The main problem starts when Squire Trelawney, the adventure organizer, is misguided into recruit...
The desire for money becomes the root cause of all evil, a statement that has proved itself true through the centuries. From time immemorial, money enslaved human beings with the desire to acquire it. In the novel, the pirates embody the evil that arises out of the desire for money. They go to an extent where they ruthlessly kill each other for mon...
R. L. Stevensonhas created his pirates’ characters by blending history with his personal experiences gained from the sea voyage. His portrayal of pirates in the novel has changed the way people thought of pirates and created a prototype that is followed even in contemporary times. Especially Long John Silver’s personality and appearance. Stevenson ...
In the concluding part of the novel, Jim narrates how they left the Island and his decision never to return to the island. Jim Hawkins, Squire Trelawney, Dr Livesey, Ben Gunn, Captain Smollett, and a few crew members along with Long John Silver leave the island, leaving behind the last two pirates. Long John Silver escapes en route to Bristol, and ...
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Sep 11, 2014 · The man was Long John Silver and the story was Treasure Island. I was captivated. I loved that the story was told from the perspective of a child looking at the world wide-eyed and filled...
Analysis of Key moments in Treasure Island. Billy Bones, arrives at ‘Admiral Benbow Inn’. Doctor Livesey warns Billy against drinking ‘Rum’ to stay alive. Billy dies of a stroke, and Jim collects the money he owes to his father and some papers from his sea chest.
Feb 25, 2020 · Robert Louis Stevenson freely admitted that in writing “Treasure Island,” he stole from the best: Daniel Defoe, Edgar Allan Poe, Washington Irving and other masters of spine-tingling adventure.
Key Takeaways: Engaging and thrilling adventure: Treasure Island is a classic tale that continues to captivate readers with its exciting plot and well-developed characters. Exploration of themes: The book examines into themes of greed, loyalty, and the dual nature of humanity, offering readers deeper insights into human behavior.
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Stevenson’s Characters in 'Treasure Island' are a fine blend of both good and evil. They represent human desire and weaknesses. While both parties have the same motto, how one executes his plan draws the line between good and evil.
