John Wren Gambler: His Life And Times
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: Niall Brennan
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slight sun-fading to spine, minor bumps to edges of DJ, tanning and foxing to page edges.
This compelling biography chronicles the tumultuous career of John Wren, a legendary figure in Australian history whose influence extended far beyond the racetracks. It uncovers the intricate web of his gambling empire, political machinations, and philanthropic endeavors that shaped early 20th-century Melbourne. Brennan presents a vivid portrait of a complex individual, illustrating his rise from poverty to immense power with meticulous research and engaging prose. The narrative argues for Wren's enduring legacy, revealing how his actions continue to resonate in the cultural and political landscape of Australia. Readers will find a fascinating account of ambition, controversy, and the making of a national icon within the pages of John Wren Gambler: His Life And Times.
Author: Niall Brennan
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hill of Content, Melbourne, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Slight sun-fading to spine, minor bumps to edges of DJ, tanning and foxing to page edges.
This compelling biography chronicles the tumultuous career of John Wren, a legendary figure in Australian history whose influence extended far beyond the racetracks. It uncovers the intricate web of his gambling empire, political machinations, and philanthropic endeavors that shaped early 20th-century Melbourne. Brennan presents a vivid portrait of a complex individual, illustrating his rise from poverty to immense power with meticulous research and engaging prose. The narrative argues for Wren's enduring legacy, revealing how his actions continue to resonate in the cultural and political landscape of Australia. Readers will find a fascinating account of ambition, controversy, and the making of a national icon within the pages of John Wren Gambler: His Life And Times.