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Edinburgh - Picturesque Notes (Hardcover)
Robert Louis Stevenson; Introduction by Alexander McCall Smith; Illustrated by Iain McIntosh; Cover design or artwork by Iain McIntosh
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Treasure Island
Robert Louis Stevenson
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Young Jim Hawkins has no reason to suspect that Billy Bones, the
pensioner who has taken up residence in his father’s inn, is
anything other than an aging former mariner. But when violent
altercations with visitors to the inn leave Billy on death’s
doorstep, Jim discovers that they all are members of the crew of
the notorious pirate Captain Flint, and that Billy has a map that
shows the whereabouts of Flint’s buried treasure. . .
First serialized in a children’s magazine between 1881 and 1882
as a coming-of-age story for young readers, Treasure Island has
transcended its time and intended audience. Robert Louis
Stevenson’s novel forged the template for the tale of pirate
adventure, and many of its dramatic elements—including buried
treasure, treasure maps, and pirate oaths, among others—have
become iconic parts of virtually every pirate adventure story
written in its wake.
What a study in contrasts is the friendship between Henry Jekyll
and his boon companion, Edward Hyde. Where Jekyll is a handsome and
respected man of science, Hyde is a surly and brutish misanthrope.
Nevertheless, Jekyll has allowed Hyde free access to his home and
laboratory and, surprisingly, made him the sole beneficiary of his
will. Given the closeness of their bond, it seems peculiar that no
one has ever seen the two men together in public. And yet they
share a remarkable chemistry . . . First published in 1886, The
Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is Robert Louis
Stevenson’s classic tale of the duality of human nature and his
iconic presentation of what would come to be referred to as the
“split personality.”
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Treasure Island (Hardcover)
Robert Louis Stevenson; Abridged by Chris Tait
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Kidnapped (New edition)
Robert Louis Stevenson; Contributions by Judith John
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Little treasures, the FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CLASSICS are chosen to
create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning, gift
edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury
endpapers and gilded edges. The unabridged text is accompanied by a
Glossary of Victorian and Literary terms produced for the modern
reader. A gorgeous new edition. Admired for its pace and rigorous
storytelling, Kidnapped is an enthralling read from start to
finish. A dramatic tale set in the aftermath of the Jacobite
uprising, and incorporating real events and characters, it tells of
the kidnap of David Balfour and his desperate journey across
Scotland, chased by redcoats, barely surviving until he reclaims
his rightful place in society.
Since his first literary appearance in 1886, the murderous Mr Hyde
has embodied the evil that even good men including his alter ego,
Henry Jekyll - are capable of when the constraints of civilized
life are loosed. This chilling anthology also collects nine of
Stevenson's best-known tales of horror, including 'The Body
Snatcher', 'Markheim', 'Thawn Janet', 'The Bottle Imp', 'The Isle
of Voices', 'The Waif Woman', 'Olalla' and 'Will o' the Mill'.
HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved,
essential classics.
'All human beings, as we meet them, are commingled out of good
and evil.'
After taking an elixir created in his laboratory, mild mannered
Dr Jekyll is transformed into the cruel and despicable Mr Hyde.
Although seemingly harmless at first, things soon descend into
chaos and Jekyll quickly realises there is only one way to stop
Hyde. Stevenson's quintessential novella of the Victorian era
epitomizes the conflict between psychology, science and religious
morality, but is fundamentally a triumphant study of the duality of
human nature.
Examination: English Language & Literature Specification: GCSE
9-1 Set Text covered: The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde by
Robert Louis Stevenson Type: Set Text: Annotation Edition "This
version of the text [Scholastic GCSE 9-1: A Christmas Carol:
Annotation Edition] is vastly superior to a simple copy of the
book, double spacing and wide margins allow for the text to be
annotated in detail without losing the original text, often
impossible to do with other versions." Lisa Ward, English Teacher
"Very easy to use, accessible for a lot of learners who have
previously struggled. The spacing of the text was a feature that
students particularly liked and the clear annotation." Nicola
O'Donnell, English Teacher [regarding Scholastic GCSE 9-1: Macbeth:
Annotation Edition] This annotation edition of Robert Louis
Stevenson's account of man's capacity for evil is as powerful today
as it was on first publication in 1886. Scholastic Annotation
Editions come with extra-wide margins and double-spaced lines, they
are perfect for your annotations. They include: Large spaces
between lines and large outer margins, perfect for highlighting and
note-taking. Pages for note-taking in every book. A large, easy to
read font and left-justified text for children who struggle to
access the printed word. Top tips on effective annotation from
English teacher and revision guide author, Cindy Torn. A powerful
and thrilling account of man's dual nature. The mysterious
association between respectable Dr Henry Jekyll and despicable
lowlife Edward Hyde is a puzzle to Dr Jekyll's friends, including
his lawyer Gabriel Utterson. Where Jekyll is sociable, hardworking
and pious, Hyde is a violent criminal, a wild hedonist. When Hyde
beats a member of Parliament to death, Utterson is determined to
discover the ties that bind the two men together. Scholastic have a
full suite of revision guide, study guide, app, student book,
revision cards and essay planners - the most comprehensive support
for GCSE set texts available!
Robert Louis Stevenson's immortal tale of personality and evil, now
in a wonderful new clothbound edition 'All human beings, as we meet
them, are commingled out of good and evil: and Edward Hyde, alone
in the ranks of mankind, was pure evil' Published as a 'shilling
shocker', Robert Louis Stevenson's dark psychological fantasy gave
birth to the idea of the split personality. The story of
respectable Dr Jekyll's strange association with 'damnable young
man' Edward Hyde; the hunt through fog-bound London for a killer;
and the final revelation of Hyde's true identity is a chilling
exploration of humanity's basest capacity for evil.
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Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (Paperback, New edition)
Robert Louis Stevenson; Introduction by Tim Middleton; Notes by Tim Middleton; Series edited by Keith Carabine
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With an Introduction and Notes by Dr Tim Middleton, Head of English
Studies, University of Ripon and York. In seeking to discover his
inner self, the brilliant Dr Jekyll discovers a monster. First
published to critical acclaim in 1886, this mesmerising thriller is
a terrifying study of the duality of man's nature, and it is the
book which established Stevenson's reputation as a writer. Also
included in this volume is Stevenson's 1887 collection of short
stories, The Merry Men and Other Tales and Fables. The Merry Men is
a gripping Highland tale of shipwrecks and madness; Markheim, the
sinister study of the mind of a murderer; Thrawn Janet, a
spine-chilling tale of demonic possession; Olalla, a study of
degeneration and incipient vampirism in the Spanish mountains; Will
O' the Mill, a thought-provoking fable about a mountain inn-keeper;
and The Treasure of Franchard, a study of French bourgeois life.
A powerful and thrilling account of man's dual nature. "Edward
Hyde, alone in the ranks of mankind, was pure evil." The mysterious
association between respectable Dr Henry Jekyll and despicable
lowlife Edward Hyde is a puzzle to Dr Jekyll's friends, including
his lawyer Gabriel Utterson. Where Jekyll is sociable, hardworking
and pious, Hyde is a violent criminal, a wild hedonist. When Hyde
beats a member of Parliament to death, Utterson is determined to
discover the ties that bind the two men together. . . Robert Louis
Stevenson's account of man's capacity for evil is as powerful today
as it was on first publication in 1886. The classic tale has
inspired film and television adaptations as well as numerous
retellings STUDY GUIDES Check out the Scholastic GCSE Revision
Guide and Practice Book for AQA English Literature with free app
(GCSE Grades 9-1 Study Guides) 9781407182643 Want more? Learn how
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Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Treasure Island What Katy Did
Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas; SQA Level & Subject:
GCSE English Literature; Nationals and Highers First teaching:
September 2015 First examination: June 2017 This edition of The
Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde is perfect for GCSE-level
students: it comes complete with the novel, plus an introduction
providing context, and a glossary explaining key terms. 'He put the
glass to his lips, and drank at one gulp. A cry followed; he
reeled, staggered, clutched at the table and held on, staring with
injected eyes, gasping with open mouth; and as I looked there came,
I thought, a change...' A series of brutal incidents - a murder,
the trampling of a child - leads lawyer Mr Utterson to try to find
out more about the repulsive perpetrator Mr Hyde. More importantly,
he begins to question how Hyde is connected to Utterson's old
friend, the respectable Dr Jekyll. Robert Louis Stevenson's 1886
novel, with its concern with doubles and the 'dual nature of man',
takes the reader into the darker regions of late Victorian London,
as Utterson begins to unravel the mystery and confront the horror
of Hyde's true identity.
Scientist Dr. Henry Jekyll believes every human has two minds: one
good and one evil. He develops a potion to separate them from each
other. Soon, his evil mind takes over, and Dr. Jekyll becomes a
hideous fiend known as Mr. Hyde. These reader-favorite tiles are
now updated for enhanced Common Core State Standards support,
including discussion and writing prompts developed by a Common Core
expert, an expanded introduction, bolded glossary words and dynamic
new covers."
Along with Mary Shelley, Bram Stoker and Oscar Wilde, Robert Louis
Stevenson brought to life the monstrous nature that hides within
humanity. For his masterpiece The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr
Hyde, the clever manipulator of the dark and gothic mood revealed
the duality of human nature with a tale that resonates still today.
This new selection gathers together 'The Body Snatcher', 'A Lodging
for the Night', 'The Isle of Voices', 'The Bottle Imp', 'Story of
the Physician and the Saratoga Trunk', and many other chilling and
thrilling stories for readers who delight in the shadows and the
mysterious. The Flame Tree Gothic Fantasy, Classic Stories and Epic
Tales collections bring together the entire range of myth, folklore
and modern short fiction. Highlighting the roots of suspense,
supernatural, science fiction and mystery stories, the books in
Flame Tree Collections series are beautifully presented, perfect as
a gift and offer a lifetime of reading pleasure.
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Treasure Island (Paperback)
Robert Louis Stevenson; Introduction by Ruskin Bond
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It's never too soon to share your favourite classics with the next
generation... This edition of Treasure Island has been adapted for
younger readers and features: • Simplified text • A
child-friendly layout, designed for young readers • Full-colour
illustrations by award-winning artist Robert Ingpen. When an old
sea captain arrives at the Admiral Benbow inn with a mysterious sea
chest and fearful talk of a man with one leg, the scene is set for
one of the most popular adventure stories of all time. Young Jim
Hawkins finds a treasure map among the captain's belongings and,
accompanied by his friends Doctor Livesey and Squire Trelawney,
they set off in search of Captain Flint's buried treasure. A
full-colour illustrated edition of one of the world's best loved
stories. 'Ingpen's drawings are utterly compelling' – Michael
Morpurgo
This Norton Critical Edition includes: The first British edition of
the novel, published in 1886 by Longmans, Green, and Co., the only
edition set directly from Stevenson's manuscript and for which he
read and corrected proofs. Deborah Lutz's thorough introduction and
detailed explanatory footnotes to the novel. Seven illustrations. A
rich and relevant selection of background materials centered on the
novel's composition, reception, and historical and cultural
contexts, alongside seven of Stevenson's letters. Interpretative
essays by Elaine Showalter, Jack Halberstam, Martin Danahay and
Stephen Arata. A chronology and a selected bibliography. About the
Series Read by more than 12 million students over fifty-five years,
Norton Critical Editions set the standard for apparatus that is
right for undergraduate readers. The three-part format-annotated
text, contexts and criticism-helps students to better understand,
analyse and appreciate the literature, while opening a wide range
of teaching possibilities for instructors. Whether in print or in
digital format, Norton Critical Editions provide all the resources
students need.
Treasure island is an adventure story full of pirates, maps,
treasures and a courageous hero.
The definitive edition of Robert Louis Stevenson’s immortal tale
of depraved murder and unrelenting horror, introduced by Joe Hill,
annotated by Edgar-winner Leslie S. Klinger and illustrated with
over 150 colour images. There’s no question that The Strange Case
of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is one of the most influential texts of
all time. The now-iconic tale, which has confounded and thrilled
readers for more than a century, was described by one scholar as
the only detective-crime story in which the solution is more
terrifying than the problem. This stunning new edition gives the
classic tale of depraved murder and unrelenting horror its most
complete and illuminating presentation yet. Heavily illustrated
with more than 150 full colour images, extensively annotated by
Edgar Award winning editor and noted Victorian-literature expert
Leslie S. Klinger, and introduced by a compelling and erudite essay
from bestselling novelist and short-story writer Joe Hill – this
beautiful edition of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is
the ultimate tribute to an enduring classic, combining revelatory
and surprising information and in-depth historical context with
beautiful illustrations and photographs. Perfect for fans of the
Victorian era, mystery fiction, and horror tales. 'This will
instantly become the definitive edition of this complex and
influential piece of literature.' Publishers Weekly
'Fifteen men on the dead man's chest-Yo-ho-ho and a bottle of rum!'
Treasure Island is a tale of pirates and villains, maps, treasure
and shipwreck, and is perhaps the best adventure story ever
written. When young Jim Hawkins finds a packet in Captain Flint's
sea chest, he could not know that the map inside it would lead him
to unimaginable treasure. Shipping as cabin boy on the Hispaniola,
he sails with Squire Trelawney, Captain Smollett, Dr Livesey, the
sinister Long John Silver and a frightening crew to Treasure
Island. There, mutiny, murder and mayhem lead to a thrilling
climax.
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Treasure Island
Robert Louis Stevenson
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Sail the high seas and search for treasure in this paperback
edition of the classic novel—but beware of pirates! Jim
Hawkins sets sail with a treasure map in hand, but he eventually
discovers that his crewmates are pirates-in-hiding, hungry for
gold. Will Jim be able to safely find the treasure, or will the
infamous Long John Silver beat him to it? This
swashbuckling adventure—in its unabridged entirety—is perfect
for aspiring pirates and any young reader who loves action and
thrills.
HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved,
essential classics. 'Fifteen men on the dead man's chest -Yo-ho-ho,
and a bottle of rum!' Upon finding a map in his parents' inn, young
Jim Hawkins joins a crew on route to the Caribbean to find buried
treasure. One of his crew, the charming, yet devious Long John
Silver is determined to snag the booty for himself and Jim's
swashbuckling voyage becomes a mutinous and murderous adventure -
where his own bravery is put to the test and he discovers much
about friendship, loyalty and betrayal.
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