When his father dies, David Balfour discovers he has inherited the family home near Edinburgh. But his Uncle Ebenezer also wants the house and puts David on a ship to America. The story follows David’s adventures across land and sea as he learns who he can trust. With the help of his new friend, Alan Breck, can David return to Edinburgh and claim what is rightfully his? An exciting adventure story set in the eighteenth century, Kidnapped also tells us much about Scottish history and culture at this time.

The Reading and Training collection by Black Cat is a series of graded readers for teenagers and adults, with levels from A2 to C1 of the CEFR. It includes adapted classics, original stories, and non-fiction texts, along with language activities and cultural dossiers. All titles come with audio, and some are available as eReaders with interactive exercises. This collection is perfect for students who want a fun and effective way to improve their English while enjoying an interesting and enriching read.