Stingaree by E.W. Hornung (1894)

Stingaree is a novel by E.W. Hornung that follows the adventures of a gentleman thief named A.J. Raffles and his sidekick Bunny Manders. The story takes place in Victorian England and involves a series of daring heists, including the theft of a priceless diamond necklace from a wealthy socialite's home. Along the way, Raffles must outwit both the police and his rival thieves while also dealing with personal conflicts and romantic entanglements. The book is known for its fast-paced action, witty dialogue, and intricate plot twists.

By E.W. Hornung · First published 1894 · Genre: Adventure, Crime, Romance · 10 chapters

Contents

• A Voice in the Wilderness
• The Black Hole of Glenranald
• "To the Vile Dust"
• A Bushranger at Bay
• The Taking of Stingaree
• The Honor of the Road
• The Purification of Mulfera
• A Duel in the Desert
• The Villain-Worshipper
• The Moth and the Star

More by E.W. Hornung

• Mr. Justice Raffles (1909)
• Dead Men Tell no Tales (1894)
• No Hero (1894)
• The Shadow of the Rope (1902)
• The Camera Fiend (1897)
• The Shadow of a Man (1906)
• Witching Hill (1904)
• At Large (1897)
• All works by E.W. Hornung