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"Treasure Island" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a timeless adventure tale that plunges readers into a world of high seas, swashbuckling pirates, and hidden treasure. When young Jim Hawkins discovers a mysterious map leading to the fabled Treasure Island, he embarks on a perilous journey with a crew of dubious characters. As they face danger, betrayal, and cunning adversaries, Jim must summon all his courage and cunning to outwit the infamous pirate Long John Silver and claim the fortune that awaits. Packed with unforgettable characters, thrilling action, and a captivating atmosphere, "Treasure Island" has captivated generations of readers and solidified its place as a classic of literature.

In Robert Louis Stevenson's hauntingly thrilling novella, "Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," readers are introduced to the enigmatic Dr. Jekyll, a respectable and respected scientist whose experiments with the duality of human nature lead to the unleashing of his sinister alter-ego, Mr. Hyde. As Jekyll's sense of control slips away, Hyde wreaks havoc upon the streets of Victorian London, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake. The story delves into the human psyche, exploring themes of good and evil, morality, and the ever-present struggle between our public and private selves. This chilling tale will captivate readers with its suspenseful twists and unsettling truths about the depths of the human soul.

In "Catriona," the captivating sequel to Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure novel "Kidnapped," we follow the continuing journey of young David Balfour. Now a man of means after claiming his inheritance, David finds himself entangled in the treacherous world of 18th-century Scottish politics as he seeks justice for a friend falsely accused of murder. Along the way, he encounters the spirited and enigmatic Catriona MacGregor Drummond, and as their lives intertwine, David's quest for justice becomes a tale of love, honor, and loyalty. Immerse yourself in the richly detailed world of Stevenson's Scotland, where danger lurks around every corner and the path to redemption is never easy.

Treasure Island is an adventure novel by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1883. An alcoholic ex-pirate Captain passes away and leaves a chest which contains a secret map amongst other treasures. The map is highly sought after by all the wrong people. The male protagonist Jim Hawkin's finds the map and speaks to his friends Dr. Livesey and a squire, Mr. Trelawney and they decide to venture to this mystical treasure island to hunt for said treasure.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Penguin Readers Level 1: Treasure Island, a Level 1 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past simple tense and some simple modals, adverbs and gerunds. Illustrations support the text throughout, and many titles at this level are graphic novels.Jim Hawkins is sailing on a ship with his friends. They are looking for treasure. But pirates are looking for the treasure too!Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

Moral Emblems, a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

Tales and Fantasies, a classical book, has been considered essential throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes (1879) is one of Robert Louis Stevenson's earliest published works and is considered a pioneering classic of outdoor literature. It is also one of the earliest accounts of hiking and camping outdoors as a recreational activity. It tells of the commissioning of one of the first sleeping bags, large and heavy enough to require a donkey to carry,