Insula thesauraria by Robert Louis Stevenson
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"Insula Thesauraria" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a Latin translation of the classic adventure novel "Treasure Island," which was likely written in the early 20th century based on the details provided. This work explores themes of adventure and piracy, centered around the quest for treasure and the various characters that inhabit this perilous journey. The opening of "Insula Thesauraria" introduces readers to its Latin version, a scholarly endeavor to adapt Stevenson's famous
tale for academic study. It appears to be aimed at Latin scholars and students, discussing the preservation and evolution of Latin language in modern contexts, particularly emphasizing how classical literature can still resonate today. The text reflects a deep engagement with issues of language, showcasing the translator's ambition to breathe new life into Stevenson's narrative through meticulous language choices, while also addressing the broader implications of maintaining classical languages in contemporary scholarship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Avellanus, Arcadius, 1851-1935 |
| Uniform Title | Treasure Island. Latin |
| Title | Insula thesauraria |
| Original Publication | United States: E. Parmalee Prentice,1922. |
| Credits | Aurēliānus Agricola |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 38.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Latin |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Pirates -- Fiction |
| Subject | Treasure troves -- Fiction |
| Subject | Treasure Island (Imaginary place) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 68935 |
| Release Date | Sep 8, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 19, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 384 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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