Robert Louis Stevenson

Broschiertes Buch

Treasure Island

Beschreibung

CONTENTS PART ONE 1. THE OLD SEA-DOG AT THE ADMIRAL BENBOW 2. BLACK DOG APPEARS AND DISAPPEARS 3. THE BLACK SPOT 4. THE SEA-CHEST 5. THE LAST OF THE BLIND MAN 6. THE CAPTAIN'S PAPERS PART TWO The Sea Cook 7. I GO TO BRISTOL 8. AT THE SIGN OF THE SPY-GLASS 9. POWDER AND ARMS 10. THE VOYAGE 11. WHAT I HEARD IN THE APPLE BARREL 12. COUNCIL OF WAR PART THREE My Shore Adventure 13. HOW MY SHORE ADVENTURE BEGAN 14. THE FIRST BLOW 15. THE MAN OF THE ISLAND PART FOUR The Stockade 16. NARRATIVE CONTINUED BY THE DOCTOR: HOW THE SHIP WAS ABANDONED 17. NARRATIVE CONTINUED BY THE DOCTOR: THE JOLLY-BOAT'S LAST TRIP 18. NARRATIVE CONTINUED BY THE DOCTOR: END OF THE FIRST DAY'S FIGHTING 19. NARRATIVE RESUMED BY JIM HAWKINS: THE GARRISON IN THE STOCKADE 20. SILVER'S EMBASSY 21. THE ATTACK PART FIVE My Sea Adventure 22. HOW MY SEA ADVENTURE BEGAN 23. THE EBB-TIDE RUNS 24. THE CRUISE OF THE CORACLE 25. I STRIKE THE JOLLY ROGER 26. ISRAEL HANDS 27. "PIECES OF EIGHT" PART SIX Captain Silver 28. IN THE ENEMY'S CAMP 29. THE BLACK SPOT AGAIN 30. ON PAROLE 31. THE TREASURE-HUNT - FLINT'S POINTER 32. THE TREASURE-HUNT - THE VOICE AMONG THE TREES 33. THE FALL OF A CHIEFTAIN 34. AND LAST

Autor

Robert Louis Stevenson was born on November 13, 1850, in Edinburgh, Scotland, into a family of engineers, known for their work on lighthouses. His father, Thomas Stevenson, and grandfather, Robert Stevenson, were both prominent lighthouse engineers. Despite the expectation that he would follow in their footsteps, Robert's health and literary inclinations led him in a different direction. Stevenson's writing career began with essays and travel writing. His early works, such as "An Inland Voyage" (1878) and "Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes" (1879), reflected his love of adventure and exploration. These books were well-received and established him as a talented writer. tevenson is best known for his novels, which include some of the most beloved works in English literature. His notable works include: "Treasure Island" (1883): A classic adventure novel that has captivated readers of all ages with its tale of pirates, treasure maps, and the young hero, Jim Hawkins. "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" (1886): A novella that explores the duality of human nature through the story of Dr. Jekyll, who transforms into the evil Mr. Hyde. This work has had a profound impact on literature and popular culture. Stevenson's writing is characterized by its vivid imagination, engaging storytelling, and exploration of complex themes. His works often blend adventure with deeper psychological and moral questions. Themes of duality, identity, and the conflict between good and evil are prevalent in his writing. Robert Louis Stevenson died on December 3, 1894, at the age of 44, due to a cerebral hemorrhage. Despite his relatively short life, Stevenson's literary legacy is immense. His works have been translated into numerous languages and continue to be widely read and adapted for stage and screen.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: 1st World Library - Literary Society
• Seitenzahl: 296
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Januar 2004
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 420g
• ISBN-13: 9781595409928
• ISBN-10: 1595409920
• Artikelnr.: 21167448