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Chapter 1
Dedication
Robert Louis Stevenson dedicates the book to his friend Charles Baxter, reflecting on the passage of time, the fate of sequels, and the enduring spirit of youth in Edinburgh. He evokes memories of their shared explorations and hopes that a new generation will find joy in tracing the paths of David Balfour through the city's familiar places. Stevenson muses on the continuity of generations and the romance of destiny, writing from his distant home in Samoa.
Chapter 2
Catriona
David Balfour recounts his further adventures at home and abroad, focusing on his deepening relationship with Catriona Drummond and the political intrigues surrounding the Appin murder case.
Chapter 3
Part I: The Lord Advocate
David Balfour arrives in Edinburgh and meets with Charles Stewart, a writer, who introduces him to the complexities of the legal and political landscape surrounding the Appin murder. David is brought before Lord Advocate Prestongrange, who questions him about his knowledge of Alan Breck and the events of the murder. David navigates a web of deceit, loyalty, and danger as he tries to protect Alan while dealing with the powerful forces arrayed against him.
Chapter 4
A Beggar on Horseback
David Balfour, newly established as a landed laird, navigates the unfamiliar streets of Edinburgh with a bank porter carrying his gold. He must balance visits to his kinsman, Appin's agent, and the Lord Advocate, all while avoiding suspicion. Taking shelter from rain, he witnesses a prisoner escorted by soldiers and meets Catriona Drummond, daughter of James More, who is in need of money for snuff for her imprisoned father. David offers her sixpence and learns she is staying with Mrs. Drummond-Ogilvy beyond the village of Dean.
Chapter 5
The Highland Writer
David Balfour visits Charles Stewart, a lawyer, with a silver button from Alan Breck as a token. He entrusts Stewart with arranging Alan's escape, repaying a debt to Cluny, sending snuff to Mr. Henderland, and buying a gown for Alison Hastie. Despite Stewart's reluctance and suspicion of David's Whig politics, he agrees to help, and they discuss hiring a ship and finding David a discreet lodging.

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Dedication

Catriona

Part I: The Lord Advocate

A Beggar on Horseback

The Highland Writer