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  • The Colonial Mortuary Bard, Reo, and The Flemmings and 'Flash Harry' of Savait (Esprios Classics)
    Louis Becke
    George Lewis Becke (or Louis Becke; 18 June 1855 - 18 February 1913) was an Australian Pacific trader, short story writer and novelist. In January 1892 Becke returned to Sydney and persuaded by Ernest Favenc and J. F. Archibald began to contribute stories to The Bulletin, the first of which was ’Tis in the Blood appearing in the edition of 6 May 1893. A collection of these stor...
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    18,22 €

  • Tessa--The Trader’s Wife
    Louis Becke
    In the shimmering heat of the late 19th century Pacific islands, where the azure waves whisper secrets of the past, a tale of adventure romance unfolds. Amidst the vibrant tapestry of colonial era trade, a marriage and relationships are tested by the tumultuous cross-cultural encounters that define this historical fiction novel. The protagonist’s journey through the complexitie...
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    17,07 €

  • Yorke The Adventurer And Other Stories
    Louis Becke
    Amidst the vast, untamed expanse of the 19th century Pacific, where the horizon blurs between sea and sky, lies a tapestry of tales that capture the essence of exploration and discovery. This is a world where human nature and survival are put to the test, and maritime adventures unfold with every turn of the page. Once lost to time, this remarkable collection of adventure short...
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    18,78 €

  • Rodman The Boatsteerer And Other Stories
    Louis Becke
    In the heart of the vast Pacific, where the horizon blurs the line between sea and sky, tales of courage and human frailty unfold. This compelling short story collection, once lost to time, resurfaces as a beacon of maritime life and the raw exploration of human nature. These narratives, steeped in the colonial era setting of the 19th century Pacific, capture the essence of nau...
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    19,53 €

  • Admiral Phillip
    Louis Becke
    In an era when the vast unknown beckoned with peril and promise, one man stood at the helm, steering the course of history itself. This compelling historical biography plunges readers into the tumultuous seas of 18th century Australia, where the First Fleet voyage marked the dawn of British colonisation. Through the lens of naval history, it captures the indomitable spirit of m...
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    20,38 €

  • Helen Adair
    Louis Becke
    In the heart of the Pacific, where azure waves kiss the golden shores, lies a tale of love and intrigue that transcends time. Within this historical fiction novel, set against the lush backdrop of the South Seas, readers will be swept into an adventure romance story that explores the complexities of human relationships amidst the cultural encounters of the colonial era. Once lo...
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    19,56 €

  • Old Samoan Days
    Louis Becke
    In the heart of the 19th century Pacific, where the azure waves kiss the shores of Samoa, tales of colonial encounters and cultural interactions unfold with vivid intensity. This historical fiction collection, once lost to time, has been out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. Each story in this short stories anthology captures the essence of island l...
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    14,26 €

  • Edward Barry, South Sea Pearler
    Louis Becke
    In the heart of the 19th century Pacific, where the azure depths conceal both peril and promise, a tale of daring unfolds. Here, amidst the allure of the south sea islands, the relentless pursuit of fortune through pearl diving adventures captures the imagination. This historical adventure novel, long out of print and now republished by Alpha Editions, immerses readers in a wor...
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    17,97 €

  • Rídan The Devil And Other Stories
    Louis Becke
    In the heart of the vast, untamed South Pacific, where the ocean whispers secrets of forgotten times, lies a world of adventure and paradox. Here, the line between civilisation and the primal blur, drawing readers into tales that explore the very essence of human nature. This short story collection, long out of print and now lovingly republished by Alpha Editions, invites liter...
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    18,73 €

  • Bully Hayes
    Louis Becke
    In the dim glow of a lantern, the shadowy figure of a pirate emerges, his eyes scanning the horizon for the next high-seas exploit. This is the world of 19th-century piracy, a time when the South Pacific was both a paradise and a perilous playground for those daring enough to chase fortune. This historical adventure novel, once lost to time, has been revived by Alpha Editions a...
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    17,04 €

  • By Rock And Pool On An Austral Shore And Other Stories
    Louis Becke
    Amidst the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, where the horizon blurs into endless possibilities, lies a world of stories waiting to be discovered. This collection, once lost to time, resurfaces to offer a glimpse into the heart of 19th century Australia and the South Pacific islands. Through these Australian short stories, readers are invited to explore the intricate dance bet...
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    17,90 €

  • The Mutineer
    Louis Becke
    Amidst the vast, untamed expanse of the South Pacific islands, a tale of mutiny and survival unfolds, where the promise of new beginnings clashes with the haunting shadows of the past. This historical romance novel transports readers to the early 19th century, a period rich with maritime adventure fiction, echoing the influences of Robert Louis Stevenson and Herman Melville. On...
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    19,58 €

  • Pacific Tales
    Louis Becke
    In the heart of the vast Pacific, where the horizon blurs the line between reality and myth, tales of adventure and intrigue unfold. This collection of stories, steeped in the maritime literature tradition, invites readers to traverse the enigmatic South Sea islands. Once lost to the sands of time, these narratives of colonial encounters and cultural interactions have been lovi...
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    18,69 €

  • His Native Wife
    Louis Becke
    In the heart of the 19th century Pacific, where the vastness of the ocean meets the intricate tapestry of island cultures, unfolds a tale of profound cultural encounters and societal norms. This historical fiction novel, long out of print and now revived by Alpha Editions, offers readers a vivid glimpse into the colonial era’s complexities. Set against the lush backdrop of the ...
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    14,53 €

  • Wild Life In Southern Seas
    Louis Becke
    In the vast expanse of the 19th century Pacific, where the horizon meets the unknown, tales of adventure and intrigue unfold amidst the azure waters and verdant islands. This book, a mesmerising collection of adventure short stories, invites readers to journey into the heart of oceanic tales and seafaring adventures, capturing the essence of pacific island life and the allure o...
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    18,78 €

  • The Mystery Of The Laughlin Islands
    Louis Becke
    In the heart of the enigmatic South Sea Islands, where the whispers of the ocean conceal tales untold, lies an adventure fiction that beckons both the curious and the brave. A tapestry of mystery unfolds as hidden secrets and maritime adventures collide in a narrative that captivates the soul. This book, once lost to the sands of time, was out of print for decades and is now re...
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    15,37 €

  • A First Fleet Family
    Louis Becke
    Amidst the relentless waves and the vast, unyielding horizon, a family’s fate is sealed as they embark on an extraordinary journey to the nascent shores of 18th century Australia. In a world where survival and adaptation are not mere choices but necessities, this historical fiction novel unravels the gripping saga of a family bound by destiny and circumstance. Their story, a po...
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    18,73 €

  • By Reef And Palm
    Louis Becke
    In the vast expanse of the 19th century Pacific, where the horizon blurs between sea and sky, tales of survival and resilience unfold against the backdrop of isolated islands and untamed nature. This collection of south sea tales, once lost to the sands of time, has been resurrected by Alpha Editions after being out of print for decades. Restored for today’s and future generati...
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    17,00 €

  • Ridan The Devil, And Other Stories
    Louis Becke
    R dan: The devil and other stories is a collection of short fiction that explores conflict, colonialism, and human endurance. The first story introduces a mysterious figure living on a German plantation on Upolu Island, feared and isolated by fellow workers who believe him to possess supernatural powers. Shackled and mistreated, he becomes a symbol of resistance in an oppressiv...
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    13,03 €

  • Âmona; The Child; And The Beast
    Louis Becke
    Journey to the heart of Oceania with Louis Becke’s captivating collection, 'Amona; The Child; And The Beast; And Others.' Drawn from 'The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton and Other Stories,' originally published in 1902, this volume presents a selection of Becke’s most compelling short stories set amidst the islands of the Pacific.Experience the allure and peril of sea adv...
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    15,61 €

  • The Colonial Mortuary Bard; '’Reo,' The Fisherman; and The Black Bream of Australia
    Louis Becke
    'The Colonial Mortuary Bard and Others' by Louis Becke transports readers to the captivating world of the Pacific Islands, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of sea adventures and cultural clashes. This collection of short stories vividly portrays the social life and customs of the Pacific Area, exploring themes of colonialism and its impact on island communities.Becke’s tale...
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    15,55 €

  • 'OLD MARY'
    Louis Becke
    Venture into the heart of the South Pacific with Louis Becke’s 'Old Mary,' a captivating collection of short stories that vividly portrays maritime life and historical adventures in a bygone era. Becke, a master storyteller, weaves tales rich in the social life and customs of the Pacific Area.These historical fiction stories offer a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of l...
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    15,61 €

  • 'Martin of Nitendi'; and The River of Dreams
    Louis Becke
    Venture to the South Pacific with 'Martin Of Nitendi'; and The River Of Dreams, a captivating collection of short stories by Louis Becke. Immerse yourself in the social life and customs of the Pacific islands through these historical fiction tales of island life and sea adventures.Becke, a celebrated author of South Pacific narratives, weaves humorous and engaging stories that ...
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    15,61 €

  • 'Five-Head' Creek; and Fish Drugging in the Pacific
    Louis Becke
    Venture to the South Pacific with Louis Becke’s captivating collection, ' 'Five-Head ' Creek; and Fish Drugging In The Pacific.' These short stories offer a glimpse into the vibrant island life and cultural customs of a bygone era. Becke, a master of sea adventure narratives, transports readers to a world where fishing is both a livelihood and a way of life, exploring unique tr...
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    15,61 €

  • The Adventure of Elizabeth Morey, of New York 1901
    Louis Becke
    The Adventure of Elizabeth Morey, of New York 1901' is a classic book, that has held significant value throughout history, and to ensure its timeless wisdom is never lost, Alpha Editions has carefully preserved it by republishing it in a modern, accessible format for both present and future generations. Thoughtfully reformatted, retyped, and newly designed, this edition offers ...
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    11,20 €

  • Yorke The Adventurer
    Louis Becke
    Yorke The Adventurer, stands as a beacon in the world of books, bridging the gap between past and present. Once considered among the old books, this classic work-like so many forgotten and ancient books-has shaped our understanding of culture and history. It’s a remarkable example of history books that have influenced generations, and now, through the dedication of Alpha Editio...
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    12,07 €

  • By Rock And Pool On An Austral Shore, And Other Stories
    Louis Becke
    By Rock And Pool On An Austral Shore, And Other Stories is a collection of tales that immerse the reader in the adventure and survival of life on the South Pacific islands. The stories explore the deep connection between sailors, traders, and indigenous communities with the natural world, highlighting their struggles, bonds, and cultural exchanges. The book’s narrative paints v...
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    13,80 €

  • Concerning 'Bully' Hayes
    Louis Becke
    Concerning 'Bully' Hayes explores the complex and morally ambiguous world of Pacific trade, focusing on the figure of a notorious captain known for his ruthless dealings. The narrative delves into the dynamics of colonialism and exploitation, revealing how power and survival intersect in a region dominated by shifting alliances and harsh realities. Through a series of vivid acc...
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    9,66 €

  • By Reef and Palm
    Louis Becke
    By Reef and Palm is a collection of short stories that captures the essence of adventure, trade, and human relationships in the South Pacific islands. Set against the backdrop of Polynesia, the stories delve into the complexities of island life, intertwining romance, conflict, and survival. The narrative paints a vivid picture of the interactions between traders and native isla...
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    10,87 €

  • Tom Gerrard
    Louis Becke
    Tom Gerrard is a novel that explores the bonds of family and the contrasting lives of its characters. The narrative centers on a cattleman who, after the tragic loss of his own family, reconnects with his young niece. The story begins with an encounter between the cattleman and his niece, who is collecting pippies on the beach. Through their conversation, the child’s innocence ...
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    14,59 €


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