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Cover of Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson
Year: 2009
Language: en
Edition: Reissue
Pages: 352
ISBN-13: 9780141326023
ISBN-10: 0141326026
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Weight: 0.65 pounds
Dewey Decimal: 823.8
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Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson is a reissue published by Penguin Young Readers Group on June 11, 2009. This edition spans 352 pages and is presented in English. The story follows young David Balfour, who, after the death of his father, seeks his inheritance from his uncle Ebenezer, only to find himself in peril when he is kidnapped and taken aboard a ship destined for slavery.

Readers will encounter a thrilling narrative filled with action and adventure as David, aided by the courageous rebel Alan Breck, navigates the dangers of the Scottish moors. The novel explores themes of survival and resilience against a backdrop of historical Europe, making it a captivating read for those interested in juvenile fiction and classic literature.


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When young David Balfour’s father dies and leaves him in poverty, he tracks down his Uncle Ebenezer to seek his inheritance. But his uncle is a mean, nasty man with a dark family secret. David finds himself in terrible danger when he is kidnapped and taken prisoner on board a ship bound for slavery – he must escape. With the help of daring rebel Alan Breck, David faces a wild adventure as he is hunted across the desolate Scottish moors. Robert Louis Stevenson’s action adventure novel is brilliantly introduced by Alexander McCall Smith.

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This page includes the available description and bibliographic details for “Kidnapped” by Robert Louis Stevenson. Synopsis preview: When young David Balfour’s father dies and leaves him in poverty, he tracks down his Uncle Ebenezer to seek his inheritance. But his uncle is a mean, nasty man with a dark family secret. David finds himself in terrible d…
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“Kidnapped” is credited to Robert Louis Stevenson.
When was “Kidnapped” published?
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group. Year: 2009.
What is the ISBN for “Kidnapped”?
ISBN-13: 9780141326023. ISBN-10: 0141326026.
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Language: en. Pages: 352. Edition: Reissue.

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