Under Siege: Francis Augustus Hare, the man who caught Ned Kelly

When local author Sue Hare discovered that her great-great-granduncle was the man who caught Ned Kelly, she became increasingly curious about his life. What began as an exploration of her family history gradually developed into an all-consuming research journey, culminating in the writing of his story.

Francis Hare joined the Mounted Police during the early years of the fledgling colony of Victoria, building a career that would eventually place him at the centre of the hunt for the Kelly Gang. A hero in his own time, more recent accounts have often presented him in a less favourable light.

Under Siege delves into the early days of colonial Victoria, exploring the people, events and experiences that shaped Hare, while attempting to separate historical fact from the myths that have grown around his story. Price rrp45.95 + Postage and packing $9.95.