1ST EDITIONS
Kidnapped
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Description
This is a 1st edition copy published in 1886 by Cassell.
This copy features the 1st issue identification points, including "business" on line 11 p. 40, "Long Islands" on lines 9-10 of page 101 and "nine o'clock" on line 1 of p. 64. It also includes 11 pages of rear adverts, which print "5G.4.86" and "5B.4.86" in first issue copies. Publisher's name printed at the foot of the spine. Spine lettering in gilt. Features a fold out map (in colour) and is bound in publisher's original red cloth.
Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson is a gripping historical adventure that follows the young protagonist, David Balfour, on a harrowing journey through 18th-century Scotland. After being betrayed by his uncle, David finds himself kidnapped and thrown into a world of danger, intrigue, and political upheaval. As he navigates treacherous landscapes and forms unexpected alliances, the novel delves into themes of loyalty, identity, and survival. Stevenson's vivid prose and vivid characters come to life against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, creating an unforgettable tale of resilience and self-discovery amidst a tumultuous era.
Condition report
The previous owner has signed the title page (dated 1886). The spine is slightly cocked and there's foxing or damp on the map. There's also foxing or damp at the top corners of the pages that bleeds only minimally onto the text (see images). There's some small marks on front and back covers and slight wear at edges of the covers. The text block is tight