Kidnapped (1886) by Robert Louis Stevenson is a historical adventure novel set in 18th-century Scotland.
It follows David Balfour, a young heir betrayed by his uncle and abducted onto a ship, as he escapes and journeys across the Scottish Highlands with the bold and mysterious Alan Breck Stewart. The novel explores themes of loyalty, justice, identity, and political conflict during a turbulent time in Scottish history.
Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-1894) was a Scottish novelist, poet, and travel writer, best known for Treasure Island, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, and Kidnapped. His works combine adventure, psychological insight, and vivid storytelling, earning him a lasting place in both children's and adult literature.