Treasure Island

Treasure Island is a thrilling coming-of-age story that transformed pirates into the iconic figures we recognize today.

• The Plot: Young Jim Hawkins discovers a mysterious treasure map in an old sea chest. He joins an expedition to find the hidden gold of the legendary Captain Flint, unaware that the ship’s cook, the charming and dangerous Long John Silver, is leading a crew of mutinous pirates who want the treasure for themselves.

• Legacy: The novel introduced classic pirate tropes like "X marks the spot," tropical islands, peg legs, and parrots that scream "Pieces of eight!"

• Design: This edition features a high-definition photograph of a parrot’s colorful plumage, a clever nod to Long John Silver’s faithful companion, Captain Flint.