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The Whitlam Legacy (with dust jacket), Paperback / softback Book

The Whitlam Legacy (with dust jacket) Paperback / softback

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The election of the Whitlam government in 1972 marked a turning point in 20th century Australia.

Shaking off the vestiges of two decades of conservative rule, Gough Whitlam brought new ideas, new policies and new people to the task of governing. Bursting with energy and expectation, the Labor government led a reform revolution in many areas, from education and health to the environment and foreign policy.

But alongside the great achievements were great failures and, ultimately, great tragedy when the government was dismissed. For the first time, Gough Whitlam, ministers, advisers, public servants, party and union insiders provide a unique account of this turbulent period in Australian politics.

They reveal what worked and what didn't, and shed light on the personalities driving the engines of change. The candid views of insiders are balanced with analysis from journalists and academics.

The book also includes new research and previously unpublished photos and archival documents.

The Whitlam Legacy provides the definitive account of the government that changed Australia forever.

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