Treasure Island, Chapter 25: riassunto
Chapter 25 di 34 · Part 5: My Sea Adventure · 7 min per leggere: chapter
In Chapter 25, Hawkins boards the Hispaniola, finds O’Brien dead and Israel Hands wounded, and claims command by throwing the black flag overboard. He bargains for Hands’s sailing instructions and steers toward North Inlet, feeling proud of his success but noticing signs of deceit in his companion’s expression.
Cosa succede
- Hawkins reaches the deck and discovers O’Brien motionless beside the badly wounded Israel Hands.
- He explores the wrecked cabin, collects food and brandy, and gives Hands a drink.
- Hawkins declares himself captain and throws the ship’s black flag into the sea.
- Hands offers sailing instructions in exchange for food, drink, and something to bind his wound.
- Hawkins steers toward North Inlet and helps bandage Hands’s bleeding thigh.
- The schooner rounds the island’s northern end as Hawkins enjoys his command but notices Hands watching him craftily.
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Cosa notare
Hawkins openly claims authority over Hands and the schooner. His command still depends on the wounded sailor’s practical knowledge.
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What does Hands offer in exchange for food, drink, and a bandage?
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