Andrew Motion to write sequel to Treasure Island
The former poet laureate takes Jim Hawkins back to the island in search of the lost treasure 126 years after Stevenson's story
After 10 years as poet laureate it's not surprising Andrew Motion is in the mood for something new, and he reveals today that his new writing plans involve swashbuckling pirates.
From: Books: Books + News | guardian.co.uk
Friday, 26 March, 2010
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