The Bushranger's Secret by Mrs. Henry Clarke
"The Bushranger's Secret" by Mrs. Henry Clarke is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the rugged backdrop of South Australia, the story centers around a fugitive named Tom Dearing, who is on the run after being wounded. Themes of desperation, morality, and the quest for treasure are woven through the narrative, illuminated by the interactions between the characters, particularly between Dearing and the men he encounters in theremote bushlands. The opening of the story introduces two men, Harding and Gray, who find themselves in a lonely outpost when a severely injured Dearing stumbles into their hut. As they grapple with the decision to help him, Dearing reveals a mysterious map that hints at hidden treasure. The tension between the characters deepens as they wrestle with their desires, fears, and moral choices, showcasing Gray’s cynicism and Harding's compassionate nature. This gripping beginning sets the stage for a tale filled with adventure, conflict, and intrigue as the plot unfolds, leading to discoveries that could change their lives forever. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Clarke, Henry, Mrs., 1853-1908 |
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| Illustrator | Stacey, W. S. (Walter S.), 1846-1929 |
| Title | The Bushranger's Secret |
| Note | Reading ease score: 91.9 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Australia -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38791 |
| Release Date | Feb 8, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 109 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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