Treasure Island
By (Author) Nicolas Billon
Coach House Books
Coach House Books
12th September 2017
Canada
General
Non Fiction
812.6
Paperback
120
Width 133mm, Height 209mm, Spine 9mm
Perhaps the most iconic pirate story of all time,Treasure Islandwas written by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1881. The book follows young Jim Hawkins who finds himself in possession of a treasure map and embarks on a journey to unearth the pirate booty. His adventure takes him through the turbulent waters of morality, and his subsequent coming of age has captivated generations of readers. Rousing and full of adventure, Stevenson'sTreasure Islandis a classic to be enjoyed by readers of all ages. Now available as part of the "Word Cloud Classics" series, it makes a chic and affordable addition to any library.
Nicolas Billons plays have been produced across Canada, as well as in New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo. His first play, The Elephant Song, was made into a feature film starring Bruce Greenwood, Xavier Dolan, and Catherine Keener; his latest play, Butcher, is currently in development. Nics awards include the Governor-Generals Award for Drama, the Writers Guild of Canada Screenwriting Award, the Canadian Screen Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, and an Overall Excellence Award for Playwriting from the NYC Fringe.