Question

Similarities between Jim Hawkins and Long John Sliver

Answer 1

Let's look at Long John Silver first.  The original mutinous pirate, Long John Silver holds the record for most famous children's literature villain in my book.  Seeming to be a legitimate businessman who owns a pub, Long John Silver signs on as a simple cook on the Hispaniola.  Little does Jim Hawkins know that Long John Silver is a successful pirate who has lost his leg through his piracy! Eventually, Long John Silver describes himself quite adequately:

There's never a man looked me between the eyes and seen a good day a'terward.

Selfishness and greed and betrayal are a few of the qualities of this villain who is able to manipulate any situation by changing his own tune.  Keep in mind the original title for the work was going to be The Sea Cook, ... the incredible villain of fantasy was ALMOST the main character.  Of course at the end, Long John Silver does NOT get the treasure (Jim does) and is never seen again!  Good wins!

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