The Second Chair
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Don Aitkin
Binding: Hardback
Published: Angus & Robertson Publishers, 1977
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Small tear by spine.
In this compelling work of Australian political science, Don Aitkin, a distinguished academic, presents a detailed analysis of the role and influence of the Deputy Prime Minister in Australian federal politics. The book chronicles the historical evolution of this often-underestimated position, examining its constitutional basis, practical functions, and the personalities who have occupied it. Aitkin argues that "The Second Chair" is far more than a mere stepping stone to the top office, illustrating its critical importance in maintaining government stability and shaping policy. This scholarly text offers invaluable insights for students of political history and anyone interested in the intricacies of parliamentary democracy.
Author: Don Aitkin
Binding: Hardback
Published: Angus & Robertson Publishers, 1977
Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Small tear by spine.
In this compelling work of Australian political science, Don Aitkin, a distinguished academic, presents a detailed analysis of the role and influence of the Deputy Prime Minister in Australian federal politics. The book chronicles the historical evolution of this often-underestimated position, examining its constitutional basis, practical functions, and the personalities who have occupied it. Aitkin argues that "The Second Chair" is far more than a mere stepping stone to the top office, illustrating its critical importance in maintaining government stability and shaping policy. This scholarly text offers invaluable insights for students of political history and anyone interested in the intricacies of parliamentary democracy.