Louis Becke
George Lewis Becke was at the turn of the nineteenth century, the most prolific, significant, and internationally renowned Australian-born writer of the South Pacific region. Having lived and worked among Pacific Islands and Islanders as a trader, ship's supercargo, and villager for some two decades, learning languages and observing natural and cultural life, Becke was prompted by J F Archibald of The Bulletin to write down his experiences, eventually becoming a popular and respected author of short stories, novellas, novels, as well as historic and ethnographic works.
The Tapu of Banderah 1901
In a world of treacherous traders and vengeful islanders, a deadly game of survival ignites when a yacht's arrival unearths deep-seated secrets and fuels a thirst for retribution.
By Louis Becke
The Trader's Wife 1901
Amidst the sun-kissed isles of the South Seas, a wealthy trader confronts the bitter sting of betrayal, discovering that paradise can hide the darkest secrets.
By Louis Becke
Susâni 1901
Amidst a changing world, a young girl's serene spirit shines, even as she is forced to navigate loss, connecting those around her to the hope and pain of island life.
By Louis Becke
A Memory of the Southern Seas 1904
Embark on a journey through the unpredictable South Seas, where a notorious captain's legendary exploits blur the line between adventure and morality.
By Louis Becke
RĂdan the Devil, and Other Stories 1899
In a world of plantations and prejudice, a man branded as a devil fights for freedom against a backdrop of cultural turmoil.
By Louis Becke
The Beginning of the Sea Story of Australia 1901
From shipwrecks to whaling, discover the briny tales of struggle and triumph that shaped Australia's formative years in this maritime historical account.
By Louis Becke
Foster's Letter of Marque: A Tale of Old Sydney 1901
Amidst a dangerous landscape of whaling and colonial tensions, a brave captain must outwit a jealous rival to win the heart of the woman he loves.
By Louis Becke
John Frewen, South Sea Whaler 1904
A determined second mate and a resentful captain clash on the high seas, where the hunt for whales and brewing rebellion blur the line between loyalty and survival.
By Louis Becke
The Works of Louis Becke: A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions
Set sail on a thrilling journey through exotic islands and dangerous seas, where fortune and fate collide in unforgettable tales of adventure.
By Louis Becke
"Martin of Nitendi"; and The River of Dreams 1901
Amidst the stunning backdrop of the South Pacific, discover interwoven stories where paradise meets raw survival, revenge simmers beneath the surface, and friendships bloom in the most unexpected corners.
By Louis Becke
Pâkia 1901
Amidst the fading moonlight, an old islander shares his life amidst cultural change, from whaling adventures to distant wars, revealing a world caught between tradition and modernity.
By Louis Becke
"Five-Head" Creek; and Fish Drugging in the Pacific 1901
In a world of harsh landscapes and ancient traditions, a man finds wonder in both the rugged Australian outback and the ingenious fishing methods of Pacific Islanders.
By Louis Becke
The Colonial Mortuary Bard; "'Reo," The Fisherman; and The Black Bream of Australia 1901
** From witty poems on gravestones to clever fishermen and youthful angling memories, these tales reveal the unexpected charm and complexities of colonial Australia.
By Louis Becke
Tom Gerrard
After tragedy strikes, a hardened cattleman finds solace and purpose in the unexpected bond with his neglected niece, challenging the rigid dynamics of her joyless upbringing.
By Louis Becke
The South Seaman: An Incident in the Sea Story of Australia 1901
A violent takeover on the high seas sets the stage for a desperate fight for survival as loyalty is tested, and the true nature of man is revealed amidst crashing waves and clashing cutlasses.
By Louis Becke
Rodman the Boatsteerer, and Other Stories 1898
On a 19th-century whaling ship, a boatsteerer's life takes a turbulent turn with a volatile captain and dangerous infighting, leading to mutiny and a fight for survival in the Pacific Islands.
By Louis Becke
Tom Wallis: A Tale of the South Seas
A boy's dreams of South Seas adventure unexpectedly become real when fate sends a shipwreck and a daring rescue his way.
By Louis Becke
By Reef and Palm
Sail away to the South Pacific where adventure, romance, and danger await among traders and islanders in a vibrant time.
By Louis Becke
In the Far North 1901
In drought-stricken Australia, a cattle station owner's fortunes crumble, until a generous governess reignites his hope and leads him toward an unexpected redemption.
By Louis Becke
The Ebbing Of The Tide South Sea Stories - 1896
Torn between loyalty and desire, islanders grapple with love, betrayal, and the clash of cultures under the vast, indifferent sky of the South Pacific.
By Louis Becke