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The Palace Letters
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Discover the riveting and untold story of Gough Whitlam's tumultuous prime ministership with 'The Palace Letters.' Chronicling a pivotal moment in Australian history, this compelling trade paperback reveals a political betrayal that reshaped the democratic landscape. Dive into the constitutional crisis that unfolded when Whitlam, after winning his second election victory in 1974, faced an unyielding Senate that blocked his 1975 budget. The unexpected dismissal by Governor-General Sir John Kerr, influenced by hidden communications with the Palace, left the nation in turmoil. This 288-page insight, published by Scribe Publications in 2020, sheds light on critical political correspondences that are embargoed and stored away, denied to the public by the Queen. Ideal for history enthusiasts and political scholars, 'The Palace Letters' not only highlights the complexity of Australian governance but also prompts discussions about transparency and accountability in leadership. With FREE shipping available, you can add this essential book to your collection effortlessly. Order now and step into a crucial chapter of Australia’s past with The Palace Letters, available exclusively at Smartfox NZ!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922310248
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 288
Description:
A political betrayal.
A constitutional crisis.
A hidden correspondence.
Gough Whitlam was a progressive prime minister whose reign from 1972 proved tumultuous after 23 years of conservative government in Australia. After a second election victory in May 1974, when a hostile Senate refused to vote on his 1975 budget, the political deadlock that ensued culminated in Whitlam's unexpected and deeply controversial dismissal by the governor-general, Sir John Kerr.
Kerr was in close touch with the Palace during this period, but, under the cover of being designated as personal, that correspondence was locked away in the National Archives, and embargoed by the Queen - potentially forever. This ruse denied the Australian people access to critical information about one of the most divisive episodes in the nation's history.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922310248
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2020
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 288
Description:
A political betrayal.
A constitutional crisis.
A hidden correspondence.
Gough Whitlam was a progressive prime minister whose reign from 1972 proved tumultuous after 23 years of conservative government in Australia. After a second election victory in May 1974, when a hostile Senate refused to vote on his 1975 budget, the political deadlock that ensued culminated in Whitlam's unexpected and deeply controversial dismissal by the governor-general, Sir John Kerr.
Kerr was in close touch with the Palace during this period, but, under the cover of being designated as personal, that correspondence was locked away in the National Archives, and embargoed by the Queen - potentially forever. This ruse denied the Australian people access to critical information about one of the most divisive episodes in the nation's history.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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