Pacific Tales

Louis Becke (1855-1913) was a noteworthy figure in the realm of colonial literature, particularly known for his captivating stories that paint a vivid picture of life in the South Pacific. Born George Lewis Becke in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, he led a life as adventurous and varied as the tales he penned. Becke ventured into the Pacific at the young age of 18, and his experiences working on ...