An Epic Adventure Through Scotland's Past
A TALE OF TREACHERY AND COURAGE: A HIGHLAND ADVENTURE
"Kidnapped" is an adventure novel written by the Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1886 in the United Kingdom. It is still celebrated today for its vivid portrayal of the Scottish landscape and its exploration of themes like loyalty, friendship, and the struggle for justice, and also delves into the complex political and social tensions in 18th-century Scotland immediately following the Jacobite uprising.
The full title of the book is: Kidnapped: Being Memoirs of the Adventures of David Balfour in the Year 1751: How he was Kidnapped and Cast away; his Sufferings in a Desert Isle; His Journey in the Wild Highlands; his acquaintance with Alan Breck Stewart and other notorious Highland Jacobites; with all that he suffered at the hands of his Uncle, Ebenezer Balfour of Shaws, falsely so-called: Written by Himself and now set forth by Robert Louis Stevenson.
A Peek Inside:
“Call up your vermin to your back, sir, and fall on! The sooner the clash begins, the sooner ye'll taste this steel throughout your vitals.”
Recap:
"Kidnapped" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a thrilling adventure set in 18th-century Scotland. The story is about young David Balfour, who is betrayed by his uncle, kidnapped, and sold into slavery. Alongside the fiery Jacobite rebel Alan Breck Stewart, David embarks on a perilous journey through the Scottish Highlands, navigating treacherous terrain and political intrigue while forging an enduring friendship.
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Title Details
- Original 1886 Text
- Bildungsroman
- 5 x 8 Inches
- Matte Cover
- Cream Paper