E.W. Hornung - The Boss of Taroomba: "The little musician had turned upon his tormentor like a knife"

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The author, born in England and influenced by his time in Australia, is best known for creating A. J. Raffles, a charming gentleman thief. His literary career spanned various genres, including stage plays and poetry. Hornung's experiences during WWI deeply impacted his writing, culminating in his poignant work, Notes of a Camp-Follower on the Western Front, reflecting on the war's realities and personal loss, particularly the death of his son. He passed away in France in 1921, leaving behind a legacy of diverse literary contributions.