Book details
The Adventure Collection: Treasure Island, The Jungle Book, Gulliver's Travels...
Published in
2015
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Description
This beautifully packaged set includes five tales of extraordinary heroism, marvelous intrigue, and exceptional courage that have inspired and amazed readers for generations. Each exquisitely bound volume features vivid four-color illustrations, a ribbon marker, and gorgeous design elements throughout. Housed in a keepsake slipcase with a magnetic closure, this collection is meant to be cherished for a lifetime.Gulliver's Travels is Jonathan Swift's comic tale of an Englishman who journeys to four fantastical and exotic lands filled with unforgettable characters, from the pint-size Lilliputians to the giant Brobdingnagians.The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood takes us to Sherwood Forest, where the brigand and his band of “merry men” rob from the rich to give to the poor—to the consternation of the Sheriff of Nottingham.The Jungle Book transports readers into a wondrous world where danger lurks behind every drooping vine and the law of the jungle is the key to survival.Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island follows young Jim Hawkins as he learns the ways of the buccaneer from a group of seafaring miscreants, including the nefarious peg leg, Long John Silver.White Fang by Jack London recreates the forbidding world of the Yukon Gold Rush, where a wild dog must endure violence, hardship, and bitter cold on his journey from savagery to civilization.Product Features:Embossed slipcase with magnetic closureFive hardcover volumes each featuring a ribbon marker and four-color illustration throughout
Age
10-14
Text complexity
proficient
Length
1588 pages
Why to read
- Classic Literature Exposure: Reading 'The Adventure Collection' introduces you to classic literature, providing a chance to experience the rich language, storytelling, and historical context of timeless tales by authors like Robert Louis Stevenson and others.
- Imagination and Adventure: These stories are filled with exciting adventures, exotic locales, and memorable characters that spark the imagination and encourage a love for reading and exploration.
- Cultural Significance: Works like 'Treasure Island' and 'The Jungle Book' have had a significant impact on popular culture, influencing countless adaptations in film, television, and other media. Understanding these stories gives insight into their enduring legacy.
- Moral and Ethical Lessons: The narratives often contain important moral and ethical lessons, exploring themes of bravery, loyalty, and the struggle between good and evil, which are as relevant today as they were when the stories were first written.