KIDNAPPED and Its Sequel, Catriona (Illustrated)
Enriched edition. The Adventures of David BalfourBy Robert Louis Stevenson
Length19h 47m
About this audiobook
Robert Louis Stevenson's "Kidnapped" and its sequel, "Catriona (Illustrated)," are classic adventure novels set in 18th-century Scotland. The first book follows the young protagonist, David Balfour, as he is kidnapped and thrown into a series of dangerous escapades. The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the Scottish landscape and its exploration of themes such as loyalty, friendship, and justice. Stevenson's writing style is engaging and dynamic, full of suspense and unexpected twists that keep the reader on the edge of their seat. The sequel, "Catriona," continues David's story as he navigates his newfound relationships and grapples with the consequences of his past actions. Both books are masterpieces of historical fiction that transport the reader back in time to a tumultuous period in Scottish history. Robert Louis Stevenson's personal experiences and love for his homeland inspired him to write these captivating tales of adventure and intrigue. Fans of historical fiction, coming-of-age stories, and thrilling adventures will find great enjoyment in reading "Kidnapped" and "Catriona (Illustrated)."
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
GenreFantasy, Romance
Length19 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 15, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
9KIDNAPPED and Its Sequel, Catriona (Illustrated) (pt. 4)
2Introduction
10KIDNAPPED and Its Sequel, Catriona (Illustrated) (pt. 5)
3Author Biography
11KIDNAPPED and Its Sequel, Catriona (Illustrated) (pt. 6)
4Historical Context
12KIDNAPPED and Its Sequel, Catriona (Illustrated) (pt. 7)
5Synopsis (Selection)
13KIDNAPPED and Its Sequel, Catriona (Illustrated) (pt. 8)
Show all chaptersShow less
6KIDNAPPED and Its Sequel, Catriona (Illustrated) (pt. 1)
14Analysis
7KIDNAPPED and Its Sequel, Catriona (Illustrated) (pt. 2)
15Reflection
8KIDNAPPED and Its Sequel, Catriona (Illustrated) (pt. 3)
16Memorable Quotes
Treasure Island (Illustrated Edition)Robert Louis Stevenson8h 34m$2 · $0.00
The Complete 13 Novels & longer fiction: Treasure Island, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, The Black Arrow, Kidnapped, The Master of Ballantrae, The Wrong Box and more...Robert Louis Stevenson106h 29m$2 · $0.00
Essays of Robert Louis StevensonRobert Louis Stevenson0m$2 · $0.00
Island Nights' EntertainmentsRobert Louis Stevenson5h 31m$2 · $0.00
Weihnachtskrimis: Eiskalte Mördergeschichten & DetektivromaneRobert Louis Stevenson, Arthur Conan Doyle, Edgar Wallace, Sven Elvestad, G. K. Chesterton, Walther Kabel23h 42m$2 · $0.00
VeljeksetRobert Louis Stevenson6h 26m$2 · $0.00
In the South SeasRobert Louis Stevenson8h 54m$2 · $0.00
Will o' the MillRobert Louis Stevenson2h 18m$2 · $0.00
Gesammelte Werke: Abenteuerromane, Krimis & SeegeschichtenRobert Louis Stevenson67h 46m$2 · $0.00
Die besten Erzählungen und KurzgeschichtenRobert Louis Stevenson22h 20m$2 · $0.00
BalladsRobert Louis Stevenson51m$1 · $0.00
The WreckerRobert Louis Stevenson, Lloyd Osbourne14h 27m$2 · $0.00
In der SüdseeRobert Louis Stevenson20h 43m$2 · $0.00
Die SchatzinselRobert Louis Stevenson8h 48m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Novels of Robert Louis Stevenson (Illustrated Edition)Robert Louis Stevenson101h 11m$2 · $0.00
The Greatest Poems & Carols for Christmas Time (Illustrated Edition)Robert Louis Stevenson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Charles Kingsley, William Wordsworth, Walter Scott, Thomas Hardy, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Rudyard Kipling, Emily Dickinson, Clement Clarke Moore, John Milton, Sara Teasdale, William Butler Yeats, Alfred Lord Tennyson, James Montgomery, William Thackeray2h 27m$2 · $0.00
SkattkammarönRobert Louis Stevenson, Andreas Palmaer4h$6 · $0.00
A Child's Garden of VersesRobert Louis Stevenson40m5 (1)$1 · $0.00
Treasure Island & The True Story Behind The Novel - The History Of Pirates and Their TreasureRobert Louis Stevenson, Captain Charles Johnson, Daniel Defoe32h 35m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Robert Louis StevensonRobert Louis Stevenson327h 8m$3 · $0.00
Sherlock Holmes: Complete Novels & Stories in One VolumeArthur Conan Doyle93h 44m$2 · $0.00
Flint, Book 2Treasure Hernandez4h 13m$20
The Newly Witch GameRobyn Peterman4h 39m$15
MaelstromBethany Adams17h 6m$25
WildfireIlona Andrews12h 45m$33 · $0.00
Rumo & His Miraculous AdventuresWalter Moers24h 6m$35
Bigger Guns, More TroubleCharles Tillman, Martha Carr, Michael Anderle7h 47m$17
Demon CopperheadBarbara Kingsolver21h 3m$46 · $0.00
Lolth's WarriorR. A. Salvatore13h 20m$33 · $0.00
Bigger Monsters, More TroubleCharles Tillman, Michael Anderle, Martha Carr10h 17m$20
Hell to PayMichael Anderle7h 50m$20
The Love Songs of W.E.B. Du BoisHonoree Fanonne Jeffers29h 49m$8 · $0.00
Conan the Barbarian - The Complete SeriesRobert E. Howard42h 40m$2 · $0.00
The Assassins of ThasalonLois McMaster Bujold9h 59m$20
The Count of Monte CristoAlexandre Dumas52h 50m$2 · $0.00
Lola in the MirrorTrent Dalton13h 40m$33 · $0.00
Going PostalTerry Pratchett13h 36m$33 · $0.00
The Leo Tolstoy CollectionLeo Tolstoy9h 1m$12 · $0.00
The Ultimate H. Rider Haggard CollectionHenry Rider Haggard599h 19m$2 · $0.00
Sword and ShadowMichelle Sagara16h 51m$40 · $0.00
The Chandler Brothers, the Entire CollectionCarly Phillips26h 33m$30
Breath of HeavenDeborah Raney9h 11m$23
Beyond Temptation & Risky PleasuresBrenda Jackson10h 53m$24 · $0.00
The Complete Works of Jane AustenJane Austen89h 55m$2 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
The InheritanceBlair Howard6h 40m$23
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
An Ex to Grind in DeadwoodAnn Charles13h 19m$23
The Captivating WarriorCami Checketts, Daniel Banner4h 8m$15
Sniffing Out JusticeCarol J. Post6h 28m$12 · $0.00
Swept Into LoveMelissa Foster8h 9m$23
TimberTate James15h 36m$23
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m$26 · $0.00
Long LostLexi Blake13h 12m$23
The Vineyard BrideKatie Winters5h 5m$15
Protecting The PackJulie Miller5h 43m$24 · $0.00
Something Like LoveBeverly Jenkins10h 21m$29 · $0.00
Wishes from the HeartSophie Mays4h 9m$15 · $0.00
Blizzard ShowdownShirlee McCoy5h 16m$12 · $0.00
You may also like
The Green God's PavilionMabel Wood Martin10h 50m$1 · $0.00
Hamilton and Peggy!L. M. Elliott11h 4m$29 · $0.00
At the Point of the SwordHerbert Hayens10h 9m$1 · $0.00
Conjuror's HouseStewart Edward White3h 28m$2 · $0.00
The Cloister and the HearthCharles Reade30h 59m$30
MarriageH. G. Wells14h 12m$2 · $0.00
Rob Roy (Unabridged)Walter Scott19h 41m$2 · $0.00
Calico CaptiveElizabeth George Speare2h 25m$14
The Wheat PrincessJean Webster10h 57m$2.30
The RivermanStewart Edward White12h 47m$2 · $0.00
The Flag of the AdventurerSydney C. Grier12h 28m$2 · $0.00
Rob Roy (Unabridged)Walter Scott19h 49m$2 · $0.00
John Burnet of BarnsJohn Buchan11h 3m$2 · $0.00
In the Furthest Ind The Narrative of Mr. Edward Calyon of The Honourable East India Company's ServiceSydney C. Grier12h 16m$2.30
The Complete Novels of Walter Scott (Illustrated)Walter Scott524h 40m$2 · $0.00
The Daughter of a MagnateFrank H. Spearman6h 52m$2 · $0.00
Mr. Rowl (Historical Novel)D. K. Broster14h 33m$2 · $0.00
Oliver Ellis, or, The FusiliersJames Grant14h 36m$2.30
The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition, Vol 10Robert Louis Stevenson10h 45m$2.30
The Unspeakable GentlemanJohn P. Marquand6h 22m$2 · $0.00