
Insula Thesauraria
Proœmium
Index Capitum
Pars prima
Pars altera
Pars tertia
Pars quarta
Pars quinta
Pars sexta
Transcriber’s notes
A young boy named Jim Hawkins discovers a weather‑worn map tucked inside a mysterious sailor’s chest, sparking a restless yearning for adventure. The map points to a remote island where untold riches are said to lie, and Jim soon finds himself aboard a creaking vessel bound for the unknown. Along the way he encounters a charismatic yet enigmatic crew, including a charismatic cook whose charm hides a darker purpose, setting the stage for a perilous quest across storm‑tossed seas.
Presented entirely in classical Latin, this rendition brings the swash‑buckling tale to life for modern readers who cherish the language’s elegance. The translation preserves the excitement of the original while offering a rich linguistic experience, replete with inventive vocabulary that echoes ancient Roman storytelling. Listeners will enjoy both the timeless thrill of a treasure hunt and the satisfying challenge of hearing a beloved adventure rendered in the cadence of Latin.
Language
la
Duration
~8 hours (492K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United States: E. Parmalee Prentice, 1922.
Credits
Aurēliānus Agricola
Release date
2022-09-08
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1850–1894
Beloved for stories of adventure and divided selves, this Scottish writer created classics that still feel lively, strange, and full of momentum. His work ranges from pirate quests to dark psychological fiction, with a gift for making big ideas feel like gripping tales.
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