Guy Newell Boothby (1867–1905) was a prolific Australian novelist and writer, celebrated for his vibrant narratives and adventurous plots. Throughout his brief career – he died at the untimely age of 37 – Boothby penned over 50 books, exhibiting a profound versatility across genres, from science fiction to romance, thriller to fantasy. His literary style is characterized by its rapid pacing and th...