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Kidnapped : from original copyright edition Prose Books by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Synopsis

Title: Kidnapped: From Original Copyright Edition
Author/Publisher: Robert Louis Stevenson, Butler and Tanner Ltd
Publication Year: 2022
Format: Hardcover

Robert Louis Stevenson’s *Kidnapped* is an enduring classic of the adventure genre, first published in 1886. This 2022 hardcover edition faithfully presents the narrative "from original copyright edition," offering readers a meticulously reproduced text of Stevenson’s masterful tale.

Set in the turbulent aftermath of the 1745 Jacobite Rising, the novel plunges young David Balfour into a world of peril and intrigue. Orphaned and betrayed by his villainous uncle, David is abducted and forced onto a ship bound for the American colonies, embarking on an epic journey across the dramatic Scottish Highlands.

His escape and subsequent alliance with the charismatic Highlander, Alan Breck Stewart, lead to a series of thrilling encounters, chases, and moral quandaries, establishing *Kidnapped* as a seminal work of historical fiction and a profound exploration of loyalty, justice, and coming-of-age.

• A Journey Through 18th-Century Scotland: Explore the rugged beauty and political divisions of Scotland following the Jacobite Rebellion, brought to life through Stevenson's immersive descriptions.
• Classic Adventure and Escape: Follow David Balfour's harrowing experiences, from his kidnapping and shipwreck to his daring flight through the wilderness with the formidable Alan Breck Stewart.
• Themes of Loyalty and Betrayal: Witness the development of an unlikely friendship amidst danger, as David learns to navigate treachery and stand up for justice against his corrupt family.
• An Authentic Textual Experience: This edition is specifically noted as being "from original copyright edition," ensuring readers encounter Stevenson’s narrative in a form faithful to its initial publication.

This contemporary hardcover offers an accessible entry point to one of Robert Louis Stevenson's most celebrated works. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of his storytelling, appealing both to devoted admirers and new readers eager to delve into a classic of British adventure literature.

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