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SIR HENRY BOLTE (AUSTRALIAN BIOGRAPHICAL MONOGRAPHS NO.23) IBD

CONNOR COURT PUBLISHING PTY LT
06 / 2024
9781923224162
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Sinopsis

The legacy of Sir Henry Bolte, Victoria?s longest-serving Liberal Premier, is presented in Megan Murphy?s compelling new biography. Number 23 in the Australian Biographical Monographs Series.From 1955 to 1972, Bolte?s pragmatic and tenacious leadership transformed Victoria, delivering unprecedented political stability and modernisation. Known for his shrewd tactics and decisive actions on issues like capital punishment and economic intervention, Bolte?s avuncular demeanor belied a ruthless political acumen. As the Victorian Liberal Party faces contemporary challenges, this timely volume revisits Bolte?s contributions and controversies, highlighting the attributes that made him a successful leader. Essential reading for those seeking to understand one of Australia?s pivotal political figures.

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17,60