‘The Story of the Treasure Seekers’ is a children’s novel written by Edith Nesbit, first published in 1899. It’s the first book in the Bastable series, which follows the adventures of the six Bastable siblings – Oswald, Dora, Dicky, Alice, Noel, and Horace Octavius (H.O.). The novel is narrated by Oswald Bastable, the eldest sibling, and tells the story of the children’s attempts to restore their family’s fortunes through various schemes and adventures.
The Bastable children, inspired by their father’s tales of adventure and treasure hunting, embark on a series of imaginative and often comical quests to find treasure and make money. From setting up a newspaper to digging for buried treasure in the garden, their schemes are always well-intentioned but frequently end in chaos and mishaps.
‘The Story of the Treasure Seekers’ is beloved for its charming characters, humorous storytelling, and timeless themes of family, friendship, and imagination. Edith Nesbit’s writing style, characterized by its warmth and wit, has made the novel a classic of children’s literature that continues to delight readers of all ages.