By Rock and Pool on an Austral Shore, and Other Stories is a collection of narratives by Louis Becke, first published in 1901. Set in the late 19th century, the stories are inspired by the life and landscape of the South Pacific islands, focusing on themes of adventure, survival, and local culture. The opening tale introduces a coastal Australian town and its seafaring inhabitants, depicting their daily lives and the historical context of colonial Australia, while celebrating the beauty and dangers of the ocean.
