Moondyne

Moondyne: A Story of Convict Life in Australia (1909) is a historical novel written by John Boyle O�������Reilly. The story is set in the early 19th century in Western Australia and follows the life of Moondyne, a convict who escapes from prison and becomes a legendary figure among the settlers. Moondyne is a complex character who is both a criminal and a hero. He is a skilled bushman and uses his knowledge of the land to evade capture and survive in the harsh Australian wilderness. The novel explores themes of justice, freedom, and the struggle for survival in a harsh and unforgiving environment.The story begins with Moondyne's escape from prison and follows his journey as he encounters various characters, both friend and foe. Along the way, he falls in love with a young woman named Nellie, who becomes his partner in crime. The two of them embark on a series of adventures, including stealing food and supplies from the settlers, and outwitting the police who are hot on their trail.As Moondyne becomes more famous, the authorities become more determined to capture him. The novel reaches its climax with a dramatic showdown between Moondyne and the police, which ultimately leads to his capture and imprisonment.Moondyne: A Story of Convict Life in Australia is a vivid and engaging portrayal of life in early colonial Australia. O'Reilly's writing is rich in detail and captures the harsh beauty of the Australian landscape, as well as the struggles of the convicts who were sent there. The novel is a classic of Australian literature and remains a popular read today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.