Lynched: The Life of Sir Phillip Lynch, Mastermind of the Ambush That Ended Gough's Run
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Dive into the high-stakes world of Australian political intrigue with this compelling biography of Sir Phillip Lynch. Lynched provides a forensic and behind-the-scenes look at the man often credited as the "mastermind" behind the strategic maneuvers that ultimately led to the downfall of Gough Whitlam’s Labor government. From his rise within the Liberal Party to his pivotal role in the "Loans Affair," Brian Buckley paints a vivid portrait of a politician who was as much an "attack dog" for the opposition as he was a dedicated policy maker. This account offers unique insights into the turbulent political landscape of the 1960s and 70s, exploring the controversies, the "water torture" case, and the ruthless strategies that shaped modern Australian governance. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the machinery of power and the personal cost of a life in the political arena.
Author: Brian Buckley
Format: Paperback
Published: 1991, Salzburg Publishing
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Dive into the high-stakes world of Australian political intrigue with this compelling biography of Sir Phillip Lynch. Lynched provides a forensic and behind-the-scenes look at the man often credited as the "mastermind" behind the strategic maneuvers that ultimately led to the downfall of Gough Whitlam’s Labor government. From his rise within the Liberal Party to his pivotal role in the "Loans Affair," Brian Buckley paints a vivid portrait of a politician who was as much an "attack dog" for the opposition as he was a dedicated policy maker. This account offers unique insights into the turbulent political landscape of the 1960s and 70s, exploring the controversies, the "water torture" case, and the ruthless strategies that shaped modern Australian governance. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the machinery of power and the personal cost of a life in the political arena.