Robbery Under Arms: A Bushranger's Tale

A wild, gritty, and deeply human story of the Australian frontier, Robbery Under Arms follows Dick Marston, a young man drawn into the world of cattle duffing and armed robbery alongside his brother Jim and the charismatic outlaw Captain Starlight. From the sprawling stations of New South Wales to the desperate hideouts in the ranges, Dick recounts his journey from a life of honest work to the gallows—and the slim chance of redemption. Boldrewood’s classic tale pulses with adventure, heartbreak, and the raw beauty of the bush. This faithful modern retelling strips away the archaic language while preserving every pulse-quickening scene, every moral dilemma, and every vivid character of the original. Part of Timeless Classics.