It is all as frightening and exciting when read for the umpteenth time in middle age as when first discovered in childhood. A.N. Wilson When young Jim Hawkins discovers a treasure map in a pirate s chest in his parents inn, he is drawn into a world of danger and adventure. He joins the crew setting sail to the Caribbean to seek out the booty and over the course of the voyage confronts mutiny, murder and the charismatic and devious Long John Silver."