Historical information

John Stanley James, an English-born immigrant, became famous in Australia under double-blind pen-names, “the Vagabond” and “Julian Thomas.” His deception was so effective that he was even buried under a false name.

Physical description

Small green coloured hardback with black and white illustrations.

Inscriptions & markings

Labelled: Cowes Free Public Library. Phillip Island Historical Society, Cleeland Bequest. Inscribed: Yours rightfully "The Vagabond".