Robbery Under Arms
Jim's brother, involved in the family's cattle duffing and early criminal activities.
I
Narrator and condemned prisoner, reflecting on his childhood and family history.
II
Narrator recalling his childhood education and first involvement in cattle duffing with his father.
III
Narrator; torn between Aileen's pleas for honest work and the appeal of the outlaw life.
IV
Narrates the chapter, struggles with conscience but succumbs to the lure of danger and family loyalty.
Terrible Hollow
Narrates the chapter, follows his father's orders, feels fear and awe at the hollow, and becomes intrigued by the gentleman bushranger Starlight.
VI
Narrator; reflects on the allure of horseflesh and the moral cost of cattle duffing, observes Starlight's arrival and counsel.
VII
Narrates the chapter, reflecting on his sister's virtues and his own troubled memories of past crimes.
VIII
Narrator; reflects on fate and the Marston family's criminal destiny; feels the temptation of ill-gotten money.
IX
Narrates the chapter, describes the shearing shed scene and the chase after Miss Falkland's bolting horse.
The Rescue and Its Aftermath
Narrates the chapter; works alongside Jim; shares Jim's unease about Warrigal's arrival.
The Toss of a Coin
Dick is the narrator, torn between the allure of adventure and the desire for a straight life; he tosses the coin that sends them to Starlight.
XII
Narrates the chapter; enjoys the city sights and feels anxious about the constant risk of arrest.
XIII
Narrator; reflects on his relationship with Kate Morrison and the danger of their situation.
Homecoming and Family Tension
Narrates the chapter, returns home with Jim, observes family dynamics.
XV
Narrates the visit; rekindles feelings for Gracey Storefield; reflects on his tangled life and lost opportunities.
XVI
Arrested and led away by troopers; reflects on his downfall and the pain it causes his family.
XVII
Narrator and prisoner, charged with stealing cattle, reflects on his downfall.
XIX
Dick narrates the journey, the horrors of prison, and his role in the escape.
XX
Narrates the escape, feeling joy and freedom after prison, riding his own horse through the night.
Homecoming and Resolve
Narrates the chapter; reveals to Aileen that they will become bushrangers; struggles with the pain he causes his family.
XXII
Receives and reacts to Kate's spiteful letter; feels relief at being rid of her and renewed affection for Gracey Storefield.
XXIII
Narrator; reflects on the gold rush and debates the future with family.
XXIV
Narrator; reflects on the gold rush and participates in the coach robbery.
XXV
Narrator of the chapter; participates in digging and reflects on his mother's sorrow.
XXVI
Visits Aileen at Rocky Flat, shares news of the Hollow and Starlight's plans, argues with Jim about violence.
The Ballabri Bank Robbery
Narrates the chapter; actively takes part in the robbery and reflects on the gang's exploits and future plans.
XXVIII
Narrator; works the claim with Jim, encounters Kate Mullockson, and participates in the evening at Jonathan's.
XXIX
Narrator; works alongside Jim, fears Kate Morrison's revenge, and dreams of a new life with Gracey.
Jim's Marriage and the New Inspector
Narrator; observes the wedding and reflects on Jim's hopes for a straight life and the danger of their past.
XXXI
Narrator; working double tides, receiving letters from Gracey, and spending evenings at the Prospectors' Arms with Arizona Bill.
The Betrayal of Kate Morrison
Narrator and protagonist; confronts Kate Morrison after she discovers his letter from Gracey Storefield, leading to her vengeful outburst and his decision to flee.
XXXIII
Narrator and rescuer; secures horse and leads the ambush.
XXXIV
Narrates the chapter; reunites with Starlight at the Hollow and learns of Kate Mullockson's betrayal.
XXXV
Narrator; observes the changes in Jim and Starlight; reflects on luck and fate.
XXXVI
Narrator; participates in preparations and the robbery, reflects on the excitement.
XXXVII
Accompanies his father to the shepherd's hut and witnesses the encounter with the religious old man.
XXXVIII
Narrator and participant in the gang's exploits; reflects on the strategies and dangers of their outlaw life.
XXXIX
Narrates the chapter; rides with Jim and Starlight to Darjallook; participates in the confrontation.
XLI
Narrates the chapter, assists in the aftermath, and suggests sending for Billy the Boy.
XLIII
Narrates the chapter, reveals the fate of the attackers to Aileen, and supports the plan for Jim's escape.
Chapter XLIV
Narrator; reflects on injustice, Moran's past, and the family quarrel over Jim's escape.
XLVI
Narrator and protagonist; disguises himself as Mr. Bromford, a Melbourne speculator, to avoid detection at Turon.
XLVII
Narrates the events, observes the ball and wedding, and speaks with Gracey Storefield about their future.
XLIX
Narrates the chapter; participates in the raid; observes the interactions.
LI
Narrator and participant in the attempted robbery of George Storefield.
LII
Narrator and planner of the escape; visits family and reflects on his past.
LIII
Narrator; returns to the Hollow and coordinates escape plans with family and Starlight.
LIV
Narrator and protagonist; exposed by Kate Mullockson, flees with Jim, reflects on escape plans and farewell to father.
The Condemned Cell
Narrator and condemned prisoner, reflecting on his trial and death sentence.
LVI
Narrator and condemned prisoner; receives a visit from Aileen, learns of his commuted sentence, and resolves to serve twelve years.
