Arthur Upfield's creation of Napoleon Bonaparte, or Bony, revolutionized the detective genre by introducing the world's first Aboriginal sleuth. Despite being a hit abroad, Bony faced controversy and misunderstanding in his native Australia, yet remained a beloved character among international fans.
In Search of Bony
Napoleon Bonaparte, a pioneering Aboriginal detective, was introduced by trailblazing author Arthur Upfield, who created the world's first Aboriginal detective and garnered a devoted following, including Orson Welles.
