
Titles in This Set
Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and Other Strange Tales
Treasure Island
Kidnapped
Catriona
The Master of Ballantrae
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781398846586
Publisher: Sirius
Overview
The Robert Louis Stevenson Collection gathers five of the author's most celebrated works into one attractive paperback box set from the Arcturus Classic Collections range. Inside you'll find Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and Other Strange Tales, Treasure Island, Kidnapped, Catriona, and The Master of Ballantrae, each presented with fresh, modern cover art. From swashbuckling high-seas adventure to gothic psychological suspense and sweeping Highland drama, this set captures the full range of Stevenson's storytelling, making it an ideal introduction for new readers and a handsome addition to any classic literature shelf.
About the Books
Robert Louis Stevenson remains one of the most versatile voices of Victorian literature, and this five-book collection shows why. Treasure Island set the template for the modern adventure novel, following young Jim Hawkins on a hunt for buried pirate gold alongside the unforgettable Long John Silver. Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and Other Strange Tales turns inward, exploring a hidden self beneath a respectable exterior, wrapped in gothic atmosphere and moral inquiry. Kidnapped and its sequel Catriona carry readers into 18th-century Scotland after the Jacobite Rising, blending survival, loyalty, clan politics, romance, and political intrigue across the Highlands. The Master of Ballantrae closes the set with a dark saga of two brothers divided by rivalry, betrayal, and inheritance. Together, these five novels show Stevenson's gift for turning landscape and history into vivid, character-driven drama, whether writing pirates on the high seas, a scientist's terrible secret, or feuding Scottish families. This box set is an excellent way to experience his range in one cohesive package, for school, revisiting favorites, or discovering his work for the first time.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and Other Strange Tales — A meticulous scientist's experiments unleash a dangerous alter ego in this gothic classic of hidden identity.
Treasure Island — Young Jim Hawkins sails in search of buried pirate gold, crossing paths with the unforgettable Long John Silver.
Kidnapped — A young heir fights for survival across the Scottish Highlands in the turbulent wake of the Jacobite Rising.
Catriona — The sequel to Kidnapped continues David Balfour's story with romance, political danger, and a fight for justice.
The Master of Ballantrae — Two brothers are set on a collision course of rivalry, betrayal, and inheritance in this dark family saga.
About the Author
Robert Louis Stevenson (1850–1894) was a Scottish novelist, poet, and travel writer whose adventurous imagination and elegant prose made him one of the most widely read authors of his era. Born in Edinburgh, he trained in law before turning to writing full time, producing enduring classics including Treasure Island, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, and Kidnapped. His work blends thrilling plots with sharp psychological insight and a deep sense of place, drawing on his travels and his native Scotland alike.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This five-book set is a wonderful way to explore Robert Louis Stevenson's finest work in one affordable paperback package. Perfect as a birthday gift, holiday present, or addition to a classroom or home library, it's ideal for students, book clubs, and classic fiction fans alike.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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