Livesey, and the rest of these gentlemen having asked me to write down the whole particulars. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson rare and antique books. Treasure island 1883 and kidnapped 1886 were the first of stevensons novels to be published by cassell, both first serialized in young folks, then afterwards published in book form, and they remained among the bestsellers on cassells. Remembering having read the book as a young man, i was eager to reexperience the joy of this classic treasure yarn. Rare books by robert louis stevenson, including first editions, signed and finely bound copies, and handsome sets of his collected works. If you have one on a good book, treasure it and be sure to protect it with a plastic sleeve. The dust jacket is both the most decorative part of a book, and the most delicate. One of the most enduringly popular adventure tales, treasure island began in 1881 as a serialized adventure entitled the seacook in the periodical young folks.
Book club editions book of the month clubs often use the same printing plates as the original publisher, right down to the words first edition on the printing history. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson, first edition. One of the most enduringly popular adventure tales, treasure island began in 1881 as a serialized adventure entitled the seacookin the periodical young folks. The serial publication in young folks running through january 1882 was not especially wellreceived, but on its appearance in book form the following year in an edition of only 2000 copies, the story was hailed as the best tale of.
Page 188 fifteen men on the dead mans chest yohoho, and a bottle of rum. In the thirty years between 1894 and 1924, no fewer than 6 collected editions were issued in the uk 4 of them limited editions, and. Treasure island by stevenson, first edition, scribner abebooks. Very good in red clothcovered boards, famous thistle edition with thistle design still bright stamped in gold to spine, title and border of front board stamped in gold, mild wear to board and spine extremities, firm binding, occasional light spot to a few pages, no markings, goldtipped top edge of pages, other. Treasure island 1883 and kidnapped 1886 were the first of stevensons novels to be published by cassell, both first serialized in young folks, then afterwards published in book form, and. Treasure island by stevenson, robert louis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The novels and tales of robert louis stevenson, the travels and essays of robert louis stevenson etc. Teach your students to analyze literature like litcharts does. We found this book important for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure so we brought it back to the shelves.
In excellent condition with the dust jacket and no stains, tears, and a strong binding the book retails. This is the main work stevensons treasure island unabridged. Editions of treasure island by robert louis stevenson. Reprinted in 20 with the help of original edition published long back 1905. The serial publication in young folks running through january 1882 was not especially. Its influence is enormous on popular perceptions of pirates. Reprint of the charles scribners sons, new york, 1905 edition. The story was originally serialised in the childrens magazine young folks under the title the sea cook over a period of. Treasure island first edition robert louis stevenson.
Its influence is enormous on popular perceptions of pirates, including such elements as treasure maps marked with an x, schooners, the black spot, tropical islands, and onelegged seamen bearing parrots on their shoulders. Treasure island volume 2255 of collection of british and american authors volume 2255 of collection of british authors. First published as a book on 23 may 1883, it was originally serialized in the childrens magazine young folks between 1881 and 1882 under the title treasure island or, the mutiny of the hispaniola with stevenson adopting the pseudonym captain george north. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. Thompson and thomas also published a number of pecks bad boy comics. Come take a tour, visit our exhibitions, and view the gorgeous main reading room. Please do not combine with omnibuscombined editions, anthologies or abridged editions, nor movie treatments nor audio books unless, of course, they are complete and unabridged. Dec 06, 2011 scribners published a few editions of treasure island in 1909 including a red cloth, a leather as part of a 27 book set, and a green cloth. Chattolongmansheinemanncassells volumes caledonia heron books.
Instant downloads of all 1291 litchart pdfs including treasure island. Treasure island 3 introduction to treasure island during the summer of twothousand, i had the fortunate opportunity to read a copy of robert louis stevensons treasure island. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Completed during a stay at davos, switzerland, where stevenson had gone for his health, it was published in 1883 in the form we know today. Each volume has a midlevel title that assigns it to a section of the whole edition. Rich in atmosphere and character, treasure island continues to mesmerize readers with its perceptive views of the changing nature of human motives. Odyssey award nominee 2008, premio jabuti nominee for adaptacao 2017, audie award for classic 2008 other editions 5022 all editions add a new edition combine. A wonderful copy with a custom acetate dustjacket to protect the book. Treasure island is an adventure novel by scottish author robert louis stevenson, narrating a. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Treasure island will o the mill the treasure of franchard. Treasure island 1883 and kidnapped 1886 were the first of stevensons novels to be published by cassell, both first serialized in young folks, then afterwards published in book form, and they remained among the bestsellers on cassells list for many years.
Treasure island by robert louis stevenson and a great selection of related. The master edition is the only deluxe and authoritative e book edition, collected, annotated and edited by kent david kelly to offer the perfect balance of completeness, enjoyment, and ease of use. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Treasure island 1909 wikisource, the free online library. It is in surprisingly good condition, with no tears or cracks, and only slight to moderate wear on the covers and binding.
Yeats wrote to tell stevenson that the book was the only one in which his seafaring grandfather had ever taken any pleasure and that he reread it on his deathbed with infinite satisfaction. More information about this seller contact this seller 15. Collecting treasure island by stevenson, robert louis. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson, first edition abebooks. I have a 1909 copy of treasure island by louis stevenson. Nov 30, 2014 treasure island is an adventure novel by scottish author robert louis stevenson, narrating a tale of buccaneers and buried gold. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson the 127th. He grows from an irresponsible, immature lad to a mature, sociable youth. Weve got information on favorites like treasure island and some surprising. Collecting treasure island by stevenson, robert louis first edition.
This book is the 127th greatest fiction book of all time as determined by. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson free ebook. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. Scribners published a few editions of treasure island in 1909. A database of robert louis stevenson collected editions. Treasure island 5 of 330 1 the old seadog at the admiral benbow squire trelawney, dr. Treasure island is an adventure novel by scottish author robert louis stevenson, narrating a tale of buccaneers and buried gold. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Collecting treasure island by stevenson, robert louis first. Jun 11, 2012 thank you very much for the information you have given and the pictures, from your description and pictures you have given i would say that this is a later printing of the 1930 edition of treasure island, more than likely printed around 1938. Grolier club, one hundred books famous in childrens literature, 48. Treasure island established itself as a classic, drawing plaudits from the widest range of literary sensibilities.
Oxen and wainropes would not bring me back again to that. Treasure island, robert louis stevenson, 1911 this is the edition with the misnumbered page for chapter xvi says page 23. Treasure island was first published as a book by cassell and company of london in 1883. This page contains details about the fiction book treasure island by robert louis stevenson published in 1881. The story was originally serialised in the childrens magazine young folks under the title the sea cook over a period of several months from 188182.
Details of the collected editions of robert louis stevenson. Treasure island, illustrated by walter paget, with eight b. The book is nice, and the illustrations are wonderful in their color and. Drink and the devil had done for the rest yohoho, and a bottle of rum. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Spehner 037 who says the edition has 6 vols, a mistake. Treasure island is an adventure novel by robert louis stevenson. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. Treasure island is best enjoyed as its author intended, simply as a good tale well told silvey, 631. A book that has significant damage is likely not worth much.
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