The life story of Ernest A. Hodges.

In 1889 when Ernest was nine years old his mother Kate placed him in a Liverpool boarding house. For the next ten years she worked as a governess in India. At age 20, Ernest had his sights set on adventure in Australia. As Liverpool city disappeared from view and his ship steamed out to sea, had he already decided never to return? Was he aware of the family scandals, secrets and mysteries that came to light half a century later?

A story of courage, adventure and intrigue, researched and compiled by his granddaughter, award-winning biographer Lois D. Cooley.

("Once More - the Life and Travels of Kate Hodges", based on her 19th century journal and poetry, is also available from the Blurb bookstore)