In Search Of Billy Hughes

In Search Of Billy Hughes

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Donald Horne
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, Melbourne, 1979

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

In Search Of Billy Hughes, Donald Horne chronicles the tumultuous political career of one of Australia's most enigmatic prime ministers, William Morris Hughes. This compelling biography uncovers the complex motivations and strategic manoeuvres that defined his time in power, from his early socialist leanings to his leadership during World War I. Horne presents a nuanced portrait of a figure who shaped a nation, detailing his controversial decisions and enduring influence. The narrative illustrates the intricate dance of power and personality within Australian political history, offering readers a profound understanding of a pivotal era.

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Description

Author: Donald Horne
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan, Melbourne, 1979

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

In Search Of Billy Hughes, Donald Horne chronicles the tumultuous political career of one of Australia's most enigmatic prime ministers, William Morris Hughes. This compelling biography uncovers the complex motivations and strategic manoeuvres that defined his time in power, from his early socialist leanings to his leadership during World War I. Horne presents a nuanced portrait of a figure who shaped a nation, detailing his controversial decisions and enduring influence. The narrative illustrates the intricate dance of power and personality within Australian political history, offering readers a profound understanding of a pivotal era.