Five on a Treasure Island is the first book in Enid Blyton’s classic children’s adventure series The Famous Five. The story follows four children—Julian, Dick, Anne, and their cousin George—along with George’s dog Timmy, as they explore Kirrin Island near George’s home. What begins as a summer holiday quickly turns into an adventure involving a shipwreck, hidden clues, and the search for a long-lost treasure. Written as a children’s adventure and mystery story, the book combines exploration, teamwork, and problem-solving, establishing the tone of independence and curiosity that characterizes the series and has made it enduringly popular with young readers.
Number of pages: 192
Year of publication: 1997 (Illustrated centenary edition; original publication 1942)
Publisher: Hodder Children’s Books
Language: English
Original language: English
Target age: 9–14