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Piracy In The Bay
Price range: $9.95 through $49.95
It remains the greatest act of theft in Australian history. On a moonlit night in 1852, the barque, Nelson, was riding at anchor in Hobson’s Bay in the then young Colony of Victoria. Aboard the vessel was an 8,000 ounce gold consignment bound for London. In an audacious assault, a band of heavily armed pirates took possession of the ship, shooting her chief ficer and imprisoning her crew. The pirates then helped themselves to the gold. In today’s money, their heist would be worth more than 35 million dollars. This makes the value of their theft three times greater than the famed Eugowra Gold Robbery.
The ramifications of the Nelson piracy were enormous. It was an incident that capped widespread lawlessness throughout Victoria during the early gold rush years. With crime rampant, and the government held accountable, it was perhaps the final straw that saw a hapless Governor Charles La Trobe resign his tenure. And it was a main factor in instigating the end of convict transportation — at least to Tasmania.
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Peter Smalley Guest Buyer –
This is the astonishing story of the greatest gold robbery in Australian history. In 1852, at the height of the Gold Rush, an armed gang looted 8000 ounces of gold from a ship at anchor in Hobson’s Bay, Victoria. An act of piracy that had profound consequences in the young colony, including for Governor La Trobe. A great story, grippingly told – a factual colonial thriller.
Kate Darling Guest Buyer –
This is an engaging and informative read that brings real-life maritime events to life. As a factual account, Paul Wright combines solid research with storytelling that makes the subject both accessible and compelling.
One of the standout features is the level of detail—his descriptive style builds a vivid sense of place and adds real depth to the narrative, making the bay and its history feel immersive and authentic.
Overall, it’s an enjoyable and insightful book, especially for anyone interested in true stories, coastal history, or maritime life.