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The prison gate swung open and Moondyne Joe was free at last
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Spot Art Joe in four different uniforms included on the information page Glossary and Notes on the Convict Era
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Extra Spot Art Moondyne Joe in a kangaroo skin cape and possum slippers holding his hat and small axe
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Endpapers
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Titlepage
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One cold dark misty night a dark figure crept through the cobbled lanes of a Welsh village
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Joseph Johns was charged with stealing and sentenced to be transported to the British colony of Western Australia where prisoners were sent as labourers
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Joes good conduct during the voyage had earned him a ticket of leave and he took work at convict depots scattered throughout the colony
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Joe became an expert bushman exploring the wooded valleys and winding creeks
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Joe loved his new life His cheerful face and his skills in the bush soon became known to the early settlers who named him Moondyne Joe
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But not everyone trusted the convict bushman
Item Detail
Summary
Includes original artworks, preliminary artworks, proofs, draft manuscripts, and related papers to the publication of the book, The Legend of Moondyne Joe.
Warnings and disclaimer
Title devised by cataloguer. Original artwork for the Book cover is held by the State Library of Victoria.
Subjects
- Children's literature -- Illustrations.
- Convicts -- Western Australia -- Pictorial works.
- Art -- Western Australia.
Copyright status
In copyright. Copyright is held by illustrator and the author.
Terms of use
May not be reproduced due to copyright. For public use, contact the State Library of Western Australia.
Access restrictions
Available for reference; not for loan.
Call Number
PWC/320
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