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This book recounts the life and times of Jack Donahoe, a young Irish convict who escaped and became a bushranger in early 19th-century New South Wales. It explores how Donahoe’s daring escapades and defiance of authority captured the imagination of convicts and settlers alike, transforming him into a folk hero.
The narrative contextualises Donahoe’s story within the political landscape of the time, highlighting the tensions between emancipists and exclusionists, and the social changes occurring under Governor Brisbane. It traces Donahoe's legacy through folk songs and legends that spread far beyond Australia, examining the reasons for his enduring appeal. The book also uncovers physical remnants of Donahoe’s life, such as a chain of caves he supposedly used for shelter.
Used (good, see images, ex library) Softcover ISBN 0908247044
