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Summary
Treasure Island must be the most enthralling adventure book ever written. As we listen to the voice of Jim Hawkins telling his extraordinary tale, and later that of his companion Dr Livesey, we are plunged into a world of pirates, buried treasure, mutiny and deceit. We meet Billy Bones, Blind Pew, Black Dog and, of course, the charming buccaneer Long John Silver. The action and adventure never falter, and the spell of this enduring story is sustained until the very last word.
I personally enjoy when a book is read or narrated with a touch of drama. However, this particular version leans more towards a lively dramatization rather than a traditional reading.
Modernizing a classic can be quite a challenge, but this service Original Drama manages to capture the essence of Stevenson's timeless tale while introducing a fresh layer of class and racial tension not present in the original work. As someone who has taught Treasure Island numerous times, I am quite familiar with the text. The acting and editing in this performance are truly remarkable. The inclusion of the racial and class tensions adds a thought-provoking element, although it does deviate from the author's original intentions at times, making it feel somewhat forced. Nonetheless, I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed this production.
I was caught off guard while listening to 'Treasure Island: An service Original Drama' because the summary didn't mention that it was a reimagining of the original story. The dialogue and narration were simplified, which might be suitable for young children who struggle with the original text, although I found it disappointing and lacking inspiration as an adult listener. It took me some time to realize what was happening and adjust my expectations.
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