"The Legend of Moondyne Joe" by Mark Greenwood tells the tale of Joe, a daring and charismatic bushranger in 19th-century Australia. Known for his cunning escapes and adventurous spirit, Moondyne Joe becomes a folk hero as he defies colonial authority. This beautifully illustrated story captures his escapades, highlighting themes of rebellion, freedom, and the struggle against oppression. As Joe navigates the vast Australian landscape, he embodies the spirit of resilience and adventure, captivating readers with tales of his legendary exploits and the enduring legacy he leaves behind in Australian history. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Walker Classics .

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by Walker Books Australia .

Mark Greenwood's award-winning books examining history, myths and legends have been honoured in Australia and internationally. Simpson and His Donkey was a CBCA Honour Book. Jandamarra, illustrated by Terry Denton, was shortlisted for the CBCA Eve Pownall and the NSW Premier's Literary Awards. Mark often teams with his wife, illustrator Frane Lessac, to produce books that promote history as well as an understanding of multicultural issues. Terry Denton is one of Australia's busiest literary creative forces and his work as a writer and illustrator can be found in popular children's titles such as the Gasp! books, Terry Denton's Bumper Books and the Wombat and Fox stories. His work with writer Andy Griffiths on the Just! books and the epic Treehouse series is universally loved.