Treasure island is an adventure novel by robert louis stevenson. 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. Traditionally considered a comingofage story, treasure island is the classic pirate tale, known for its superb atmosphere. Treasure island childrens classics wordsworth children. Treasure island is the basis for numerous adaptations, including more than seventy film, television, and stage productions. Treasure island by stevenson, first edition, scribner. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson is a great book to have in nearly every classroom. Remembering having read the book as a young man, i was eager to reexperience the joy of this classic. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson, first edition abebooks. Treasure island, a wonderfully crafted edition of stevenson s classic adventure story, is known for its great plot, immortal characters and vivid images. 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. Treasure island was first published as a book by cassell and company of london in 1883. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Treasure island second edition1884 by robert louis. In excellent condition with the dust jacket and no stains, tears, and a strong binding the book retails. 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. Edmund dulac 18821953 was a frenchbritish illustrator known for his illustrations in childrens gift books in the early 20th century. Treasure island, 1912 scribners biographical edition, includes essays by mr and mrs stevenson. About fine with a few spots scattered throughout, else fine. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To the hesitating purchaser if sailor tales to sailor tunes. The book is nice, and the illustrations are wonderful in their color and.
Finely bound in modern threequarter maroon calf and maroon cloth boards, five raised bands to spine, stamped and lettered in gilt, top edge gilt. 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. Treasure island will o the mill the treasure of franchard. Treasure island, illustrated by walter paget, with eight b. Come take a tour, visit our exhibitions, and view the gorgeous main reading room. Medieval book historian at the university of british columbia, vancouver. 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. Treasure island, the biographical edition of the works of robert louis stevenson hardcover 1905. Treasure island little classics by robert louis stevenson and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Reprinted in 20 with the help of original edition published long back1905. Each edition of her books frequently brought a different set of illustrations by a different illustrator. Roberts brothers, with four illustrations by the artist f. The first english illustrated edition was published in 1885, with a suite of illustrations by a french illustrator, georges roux 18501929.
Treasure island childrens classics wordsworth childrens. Details of the collected editions of robert louis stevenson. H aving tried in vain to persuade my preteenage children to read treasure island years ago the 10yearold said he couldnt handle all that if. Spehner 037 who says the edition has 6 vols, a mistake. Treasure island is an adventure novel by scottish author robert louis stevenson, narrating a tale of buccaneers and buried gold. 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. The publisher of th 1909 robert louis stevenson copy of treasure island was new york, charles scribners sons 1909 the book is illistrated and in good condition antique expert. What are the rarest editions of robert louis stevensons books.
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. The first illustrations for treasure island robert louis. Chrysalistm, antiques and collectibles researcher replied 6 years ago. First edition of edmund dulacs magnificent illustrated interpretation of robert louis stevensons treasure island. Treasure island is an adventure novel by scottish author robert louis stevenson, narrating a. Treasure island is best enjoyed as its author intended, simply as a good tale well told silvey, 631. Dec 06, 2011 the publisher of th 1909 robert louis stevenson copy of treasure island was new york, charles scribners sons 1909 the book is illistrated and in good condition antique expert.
In excellent condition with the dust jacket and no stains, tears, and a strong binding the book retails for between 3540 dollars. Its captivating story, that holds the readers interest throughout, relates of a great treasure buried in a small island. This book does a great job of exploring interesting characters and has a great plot that most kids will love. Treasure island first edition robert louis stevenson. Collecting treasure island by stevenson, robert louis first edition. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson, first edition, cassell. It is one of the most frequently dramatised of all novels. Editions of treasure island by robert louis stevenson. Ideally this book would only be used in 4th or 5th grade classrooms since it has some language that would be new for some students. Between 1881 through 1882 treasure island, or the mutiny of the hispaniola, script was serialized in the childrens magazine, young folks.
The first edition of treasure island stevenson, robert louis. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Rich in atmosphere and character, treasure island continues to mesmerize readers with its perceptive views of the changing nature of human motives. It was first published as a book on 14 november 1883. Buy treasure island childrens classics wordsworth childrens classics new edition by robert louis stevenson, h. 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. Remembering having read the book as a young man, i was eager to reexperience the joy of this classic treasure yarn. The influence of treasure island on popular perception of pirates is vast, including treasure maps with an x, schooners, the black spot, tropical islands, and onelegged seamen with parrots on their shoulders. Reprinted in 20 with the help of original edition published long back 1905. I have a 1909 copy of treasure island by louis stevenson. Identifying first editions of treasure island second edition1884. Victorian treasure island by robert louis stevenson young reader edition with 70 illustrations antique book pirates treasure backwoodstreasure 5. 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. Weve got information on favorites like treasure island and some surprising.
When possible, we include the illustrations from any edition where the artist is in the public domain. Grolier club, one hundred books famous in childrens literature, 48. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson free ebook. Caydes treasure island book destinypedia, the destiny wiki. Publication date 1999 topics treasure island imaginary place, treasure troves, pirates, kidnapping, shipwrecks, disinheritance, teenage. 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 adventure. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson, cassell abebooks. Treasure island by robert louis stevenson, first edition. Caydes treasure island book is a piece from destiny. 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. The first english illustrated edition was published in 1885, with a suite of illustrations by a french illustrator, georges roux 1850. Chattolongmansheinemanncassells volumes caledonia heron books. Ive only just begun sorting through them, but have discovered 1 a 1914 tiffany blue book, 2 an 1860 boardmans white mountain guide with an owner signature of levi lincoln jr. The classic coming of age adventure novel of buccaneers and pirates.
Collecting treasure island by stevenson, robert louis first. Reprint of the charles scribners sons, new york, 1905 edition. Treasure island by stevenson, first edition, scribner abebooks. We have a few of her early nature books which we have chosen not to publish, as the art is integral to the book. Robert louis stevenson treasure island first edition abebooks. The first illustrated edition of treasure island, according to swearingen, was actually published in america in midfebruary, 1884 boston.
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. Inside this book are notes from cayde6, recounting his memories from the past. Find great deals on ebay for book treasure island and treasure island book first edition. Treasure island by stevenson, robert louis and a great selection of related books. First editions have 1883 as the year of publication on the title page with. Collecting treasure island by stevenson, robert louis. Rare books by robert louis stevenson, including first editions, signed and finely bound copies, and handsome sets of his collected works.