Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson
This classic adventure novel tells the story of young Jim Hawkins, who stumbles upon a treasure map and embarks on a perilous journey to find the buried treasure. Along the way, he encounters a host of memorable characters, including the cunning and treacherous Long John Silver. The narrative is filled with action, intrigue, and suspense, as Hawkins and his companions face pirates, mutiny, and other dangers in their quest for the hidden treasure.
The 102nd greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 2149
Since this book was first published in 1883, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 2149.0.
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