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Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson (Illustrated) - cover

Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson (Illustrated)

Robert Louis Stevenson

Publisher: Delphi Classics (Parts Edition)

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This eBook features the unabridged text of ‘Kidnapped’ from the bestselling edition of ‘The Complete Works of Robert Louis Stevenson’.  
Having established their name as the leading publisher of classic literature and art, Delphi Classics produce publications that are individually crafted with superior formatting, while introducing many rare texts for the first time in digital print. The Delphi Classics edition of Stevenson includes original annotations and illustrations relating to the life and works of the author, as well as individual tables of contents, allowing you to navigate eBooks quickly and easily.eBook features:* The complete unabridged text of ‘Kidnapped’* Beautifully illustrated with images related to Stevenson’s works* Individual contents table, allowing easy navigation around the eBook* Excellent formatting of the textPlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of titles
Available since: 07/17/2017.

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