Kidnapped
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Published:
[United States] : Icon Audio Arts, 2024.
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eAudiobook
Edition:
Unabridged.
Content Description:
1 online resource (1 audio file (8hr., 06 min.)) : digital.
Lexile measure:
990L
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"Kidnapped" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a thrilling adventure novel set in the tumultuous period of 18th-century Scotland. The story follows young David Balfour, whose life takes a dramatic turn after the death of his father. Seeking his inheritance, David visits his uncle Ebenezer, only to be betrayed and sold into slavery aboard a ship bound for the Carolinas. The novel captures the essence of the Scottish Highlands and Lowlands, depicting the rugged landscapes and the complex social and political tensions of the time. David's journey is filled with danger, as he navigates through treacherous situations and encounters colorful characters, including the charismatic Jacobite, Alan Breck Stewart. Stevenson's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions bring to life the historical backdrop of the Jacobite risings and the Highland clearances. The novel explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the quest for personal identity, as David matures from a naive boy into a resourceful and determined young man. The dynamic between David and Alan Breck adds depth to the narrative, highlighting the contrasts between their backgrounds and ideals while forging a bond of friendship and mutual respect. "Kidnapped" remains a timeless classic, offering readers an exciting and immersive glimpse into a pivotal era in Scottish history.

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Language:
English
ISBN:
9781998533039, 1998533034
Accelerated Reader:
MG
Level 4.7, 2 Points
Lexile measure:
990

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Read by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Circle.
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"Kidnapped" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a thrilling adventure novel set in the tumultuous period of 18th-century Scotland. The story follows young David Balfour, whose life takes a dramatic turn after the death of his father. Seeking his inheritance, David visits his uncle Ebenezer, only to be betrayed and sold into slavery aboard a ship bound for the Carolinas. The novel captures the essence of the Scottish Highlands and Lowlands, depicting the rugged landscapes and the complex social and political tensions of the time. David's journey is filled with danger, as he navigates through treacherous situations and encounters colorful characters, including the charismatic Jacobite, Alan Breck Stewart. Stevenson's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions bring to life the historical backdrop of the Jacobite risings and the Highland clearances. The novel explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the quest for personal identity, as David matures from a naive boy into a resourceful and determined young man. The dynamic between David and Alan Breck adds depth to the narrative, highlighting the contrasts between their backgrounds and ideals while forging a bond of friendship and mutual respect. "Kidnapped" remains a timeless classic, offering readers an exciting and immersive glimpse into a pivotal era in Scottish history.
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Mode of access: World Wide Web.

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APA Citation (style guide)

Stevenson, R. L., Circle, T., & Giuliano, G. (2024). Kidnapped. Unabridged. Icon Audio Arts.

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)

Stevenson, Robert Louis, The, Circle and Geoffrey, Giuliano. 2024. Kidnapped. Icon Audio Arts.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)

Stevenson, Robert Louis, The, Circle and Geoffrey, Giuliano, Kidnapped. Icon Audio Arts, 2024.

MLA Citation (style guide)

Stevenson, Robert Louis,, et al. Kidnapped. Unabridged. Icon Audio Arts, 2024.

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