Who is the author of “Treasure Island”?

Robert Louis Stevenson

"Treasure Island," written by Robert Louis Stevenson, is often considered the quintessential adventure novel. What is less known is that Stevenson was inspired to write this novel by a treasure map he had drawn for his stepson on a rainy afternoon. This imaginative map gave birth to a captivating tale of pirates, betrayals, and treasure hunting. The novel not only popularized the romantic image of the pirate but also introduced elements now clichéd in pirate stories, such as treasure maps marked with an "X" and shoulder parrots. "Treasure Island" continues to inspire generations of readers and writers, proving that the best stories often come from the simplest moments.