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From the classic adventure by Robert Louis Stevenson. An old sailor comes to stay at Jim Hawkins quiet inn. One night a terrifying visitor arrives, and Jim escapes with a mysterious map. His friend Squire Trelawney fits out a ship - but can the crew, even the friendly Long John Silver, be trusted?
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When I woke, it was morning and I was on the other side of the island. The shore was rocky and the sea was rough. It wasnt safe to land, but I was getting very thirsty. Then I saw the Hispaniola through the waves. I couldnt stay in my little boat for much longer. Perhaps I could reach the ship instead? I rowed closer. Suddenly the ship moved sideways. It was going to crash into my boat! I jumped and caught the anchor rope, and started climbing. The first thing I saw was Mr. Hands and the other man, lying on the deck. I guessed the other man was dead. Hands had blood all over his leg, but he opened his eyes and whispered, Water. I found some for him, and bandaged his leg. I suppose you want to get to shore, he said. Well, I cant sail the ship now, but I can tell you what to do. Slowly we sailed towards the north of the island, where I could see a sandy beach. Well land there, he told me.

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