If you're looking to read a classic, and have tried a few and were put off by language or pace, I totally recommend Treasure Island. Written in 1881 for a children's magazine, it's more than accessible and still super enjoyable. It's like a fun parody of a pirate adventure, until you realize it's the OG of pirate adventures, and that somehow makes it better. Like seeing the Mona Lisa in person, just to see what the fuss is about.

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