Number of Pages: 311
Publisher: Kingfisher
Release Date: 1881
"The most popular pirate story ever written in English, featuring one of literature’s most beloved “bad guys,” Treasure Island has been happily devoured by several generations of boys—and girls—and grownups. Its unforgettable characters include: young Jim Hawkins, who finds himself owner of a map to Treasure Island, where the fabled pirate booty is buried; honest Captain Smollett, heroic Dr. Livesey, and the good-hearted but obtuse Squire Trelawney, who help Jim on his quest for the treasure; the frightening Blind Pew, double-dealing Israel Hands, and seemingly mad Ben Gunn, buccaneers of varying shades of menace; and, of course, garrulous, affable, ambiguous Long John Silver, who is one moment a friendly, laughing, one-legged sea-cook . . .and the next a dangerous pirate leader!"
- Goodreads.com
According to the summary from Goodreads, Treasure Island is "the most popular pirate story ever written in English." Well, guess what Goodreads? I DISAGREE. I have to say that this was probably one of the worst books I have ever read. I like pirates- don't get me wrong- and I usually enjoy reading about them. However, this book was awful! Half the things they said made no sense whatsoever, and when they did say something I could actually understand as English, it was all about rum! That's all they cared about! Well, that and the treasure. And what was Long John Silver's deal? First he was on the squire's side, then he went against them, and then he's friends with the other side again? And they WELCOMED HIM BACK AFTER HE BETRAYED THEM! Why would they do that? Honestly, it makes no sense.
Overall, I did not like this book, as you can probably tell.
My Rating: :0) 1 out of 5 smileys.
Would I recommend it to a friend?: No, I wouldn't. However, just because I didn't like this book, doesn't mean you won't. If you really want to read it, go for it.
Always,
NutFreeNerd
This review made me laugh! :)
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