Appeasing Jakarta: Australia's Complicity in the East: Quarterly Essay 2

Dive into the compelling narrative of 'Appeasing Jakarta: Australia's Complicity in the East' with this insightful Quarterly Essay by John Birmingham. This thought-provoking trade paperback examines the political dynamics that shaped Australia’s foreign policy towards Indonesia in 1975 and the impact it has had on East Timor. With an ISBN of 9781863953863, this essential read explores the reasons behind Australia’s tacit support for Indonesia’s grim intervention and the long-term consequences on the region. Birmingham skillfully weaves together historical facts and personal narratives, shedding light on the human cost of political decisions. Readers will encounter a powerful examination of historical negligence and the voices that were sidelined in the face of political expediency. This essay is not just a recount of events but a passionate plea to recognize the scars left on the people of East Timor. Those interested in Australian history, international relations, or East Timor will find this book to be an invaluable resource. With its engaging storytelling and critical analysis, 'Appeasing Jakarta' is perfect for advocates of human rights and those who seek a deeper understanding of Australia's geopolitical history. Get your brand new copy today, enjoy free shipping, and explore the complexities of our shared past. Note that combined shipping with other products is not available for this item; please allow up to 10 days for delivery.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781863953863
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2001
Publisher: Black Inc


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How did Gough Whitlam and Richard Woolcott in 1975 saddle this country with a policy that was bound to lead to the intervention of 1999? Why were shrewder voices ignored and why did we persist with an unworkable model? Where does this leave us with an Indonesia still dominated by the old power elites? And what was the tragedy like for the people of East Timor? John Birmingham has written a passionate narrative history of the East Timor question which never turns away from the slaughter and sorrow of the people who suffered it.
'Appeasing Jakarta is an analysis of what happened in 1975 when we condoned Indonesia's intervention and what happened in 1999 when we stood against it ...John Birmingham is deadly in his disdain for the way a defunct paradigm...was clung to like a dogma...but this is also an essay about the human cost...written in flowing colours with a strong narrative streak and a swashbuckling power of dispatch...' -Peter Craven, Introduction
'It was a policy of wilful blindness, made possible only because we were always somewhere else when the trigger was pulled.' -John Birmingham, Appeasing Jakarta

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