Publisher's Synopsis
David Balfour: Being Memoirs of His Adventures at Home and Abroad is a classic novel by the renowned Scottish author, Robert Louis Stevenson. The book follows the story of a young man named David Balfour, who sets out on a journey to claim his inheritance after the death of his father. Along the way, he encounters a series of challenges and adventures, including being kidnapped and sold into slavery, as well as forming a friendship with a Jacobite rebel. The novel is set in 18th-century Scotland and provides a vivid portrayal of the country's history and culture during that time. It is a thrilling and engaging tale of adventure, romance, and intrigue that will captivate readers of all ages. With its richly drawn characters and vivid descriptions of the Scottish landscape, David Balfour is a timeless classic that continues to enthrall readers today.1912. Illustrated. Stevenson is best remembered for Treasure Island, Kidnapped, and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. David Balfour is the sequel to Stevenson�������s classic Kidnapped. The book features the further adventures of David Balfour in which he continues his friendship with Alan Breck Stewart and support of the Scottish highlanders' cause, travels abroad to complete his education, and finds romance with Catriona Drummond. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
