The Boss Of Taroomba (1900) - Ernest William Hornung - Bog

The Boss of Taroomba is a novel written by Ernest William Hornung and published in 1900. The book follows the story of a young man named Dick Marston who travels to the Australian outback in search of adventure and fortune. Marston soon finds himself in the small town of Taroomba where he meets the charismatic and enigmatic figure of Mr. Jack Bateson, the self-proclaimed ""boss"" of the town.As Marston becomes more involved in the affairs of Taroomba, he begins to uncover the darker side of Bateson's rule and the corrupt practices that keep the town under his control. Along the way, Marston falls in love with Bateson's daughter, Nell, and must navigate the complex relationships and loyalties that exist within the town.The Boss of Taroomba is a thrilling adventure story set against the backdrop of the rugged Australian outback. It offers a vivid portrayal of life in a small, isolated town and explores themes of power, corruption, and the struggle for freedom and justice. With its engaging characters, gripping plot, and richly detailed setting, The Boss of Taroomba is a classic of Australian literature that continues to captivate readers 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.