Hunted and Harried is a thrilling adventure novel written by R.M. Ballantyne. The story follows the protagonist, a young man named Ralph Rashleigh, who is falsely accused of a crime and forced to flee from the authorities. Ralph embarks on a perilous journey through the rugged Australian wilderness, pursued by a relentless and determined police officer. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including convicts, bushrangers, and indigenous Australians, and must use all his wits and survival skills to ...
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Hunted and Harried is a thrilling adventure novel written by R.M. Ballantyne. The story follows the protagonist, a young man named Ralph Rashleigh, who is falsely accused of a crime and forced to flee from the authorities. Ralph embarks on a perilous journey through the rugged Australian wilderness, pursued by a relentless and determined police officer. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including convicts, bushrangers, and indigenous Australians, and must use all his wits and survival skills to evade capture and clear his name. The novel is a gripping tale of survival, betrayal, and redemption, set against the backdrop of the harsh and unforgiving Australian outback. Ballantyne's vivid descriptions of the landscape and the characters bring the story to life, making it a must-read for fans of adventure and historical fiction.The executioner was about to obey when a noise was heard at the door of the Council Chamber, and a cavalier, booted and spurred and splashed with mud, as if he had ridden fast and far, strode hastily up to the Duke and whispered in his ear. The effect of the whisper was striking, for an expression of mingled surprise, horror, and alarm overspread for a few moments even his hard visage. At the same time the Bishop of Galloway was observed to turn deadly pale, and an air of consternation generally marked the members of Council.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.
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