Author Visit – Peter Spencer

Come and join us at the Inverell Shire Library for an Author visit with Peter Spencer.

Peter is the great-grandson of William Monckton on the mother’s side. William is the central character in “Too Young to Hold a Gun”. William rode with the bushranger Fred Ward aka Captain Thunderbolt.

For over 40 years, Peter has been fascinated with bushranging and family history and this book is the result of his extensive research into these topics. Since his youth, Peter has been intrigued by the pioneers of this great country and, in particular, his own ancestors.

There are many myths and legends about the early bushranging days and Peters travels have involved visiting many haunts of Captain Thunderbolt, as well as other well-known bushrangers throughout NSW and Victoria to uncover the truth.

“Too Young to Hold a Gun” is Peters debut novel; however, he has always been a keen writer and storyteller.

Bookings are appreciated, please phone the Inverell Library on 02 6728 8131.