Livesey, and the squire are forced to live by their wits in order to survive against ruthless enemies. What follows is a rip-roaring tale of mutiny, treachery, swordfights, and murder as Jim, Dr. However, they are fooled into hiring some of Billy’s former shipmates, including the leader of the pirates, Long John Silver.ĭuring the voyage, Jim overhears Silver and his men planning to steal the treasure once it is found and to kill all of the non-pirates. The packet is revealed to contain a treasure map, and the three decide to mount an expedition to Skeleton Island to find the hidden riches.

Believing that the pirates were searching for the packet, Jim seeks out Dr. A group of pirates led by Pew descends on the inn, but they are soon scared off by the sound of approaching horses Pew is trampled to death.

Jim and his mother open Billy’s sea chest, taking the money owed to them as well as a packet, before fleeing.

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