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Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

“Sir, with no intention to take offence, I deny your right to put words into my mouth.”

Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

Book:Treasure Island

Work

Treasure Island

Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island is a thrilling tale of pirate adventures and treasure hunts, narrated by Jim Hawkins, a young cabin boy who embarks on a perilous journey with a group of pirates in search of the legendary treasure of Captain Flint. The story is filled with suspense, danger, and moral dilemmas, as Jim navigates the treacherous waters and treacherous characters of the high seas. more

Author

Robert Louis Stevenson

Robert Louis Stevenson was a 19th-century Scottish novelist, poet, travel writer, and essayist. His works are characterized by adventure and romance, with his most famous novels being 'Treasure Island' and 'The Adventure of the Treasure Island'. Stevenson's works have been beloved by readers and have had a profound impact on literature. more

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