Kidnapped
Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson, published by National Geographic Books on November 3, 2009, is a classic tale of adventure and resilience. This edition spans 256 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows young David Balfour, who faces betrayal from his uncle, leading to a harrowing journey filled with danger and intrigue as he seeks justice and reclaiming his rightful inheritance.
Readers will encounter a rich tapestry of action and character development as David navigates a series of challenges, including a shipwreck and a perilous trek across Scotland with a daring companion. The story delves into themes of adventure and coming of age, offering a vivid exploration of David’s trials and triumphs. This edition also features an introduction by John Seelye and an afterword by Claire Harman, providing additional context to Stevenson’s work.
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Robert Louis Stevenson’s glorious passport to romance and high adventure.
Here is the story of young David Balfour, whose miserly uncle cheats him out of his inheritance and schemes to have him kidnapped, shanghaied, and sold into slavery. But justice triumphs—after a spirited odyssey that includes a shipwreck, a hazardous journey across Scotland with a daredevil companion, intrigues, narrow escapes, and desperate fighting. Rich in action and characterization, this exhilarating novel was considered by Stevenson to be his finest work of fiction.
With an Introduction by John Seelye
and an Afterword by Claire Harman
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