Treasure Island

<p><b>Weigh anchor and embark on an epic treasure hunt in the classic adventure story <i>Treasure Island</i> now written with young readers in mind!</b></p> <p>X marks the spot! When young Jim Hawkins comes into possession of a mysterious treasure map he sets sail in search of gold and jewels with the local doctor and magistrate. They&#146;re joined by Captain Smollett and a crew of sailors handpicked by Long John Silver the ship&#146;s cook with one leg and a talkative parrot.</p> <p>But beware&#151;here there be pirates! And they&#146;re after the hidden treasure too! Can the crew of the <i>Hispaniola</i> uncover the treasure first? Or will the pirates beat them to it?</p> <p>With foil on the cover and fresh full-color art from Carlo Molinari this adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson&#146;s <i>Treasure Island</i> promises to be an exciting first chapter book.</p> <p>From Starry Forest Books <i>Classic Adventures</i> brings action-packed adaptations of favorite classics to early readers.</p>