Fear of Abandonment: Australia in the world since 1942

Discover 'Fear of Abandonment: Australia in the World Since 1942', a compelling trade paperback by Allan Gyngell that explores Australia's unique journey on the global stage. This insightful work discusses how the fear of abandonment has profoundly impacted Australia's foreign policy, from its early years of independence in 1942 to today's complex international relations. Gyngell meticulously narrates pivotal events such as the Malayan Emergency, the Vietnam War, and East Timorese independence. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of how Australia has navigated its position between powerful allies, notably the U.S. and Britain, all while addressing the implications of the South China Sea dispute and its historical policies. With 496 pages of rich narrative and thought-provoking analysis, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in Australian history, foreign relations, and the evolution of global politics. Perfect for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone looking to understand Australia's role in the world, 'Fear of Abandonment' offers both gripping storytelling and profound insights. Enhance your library today with this vital addition, and explore how Australia has shaped and been shaped by the world since 1942. Order now from Smartfox NZ to secure your copy of this important historical narrative.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781863959186
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2017
Publisher: Black Inc
Pages: 496


Description:
In Fear of Abandonment, expert and insider Allan Gyngell tells the story of how Australia has shaped the world and been shaped by it since it established an independent foreign policy during the dangerous days of 1942. Gyngell argues that the fear of being abandoned - originally by Britain, and later by our most powerful ally, the United States - has been an important driver of how Australia acts in the world.

Spanning events as diverse as the Malayan Emergency, the White Australia Policy, the Vietnam War, Whitlam in China, apartheid in South Africa, East Timorese independence and the current South China Sea dispute, this vivid narrative history reveals how Australia has evolved as a nation on the world stage.

Fear of Abandonment is a gripping and authoritative account of the way Australians and their governments have helped create the world we now inhabit in the twenty-first century. In revealing the history of Australian foreign affairs, it lays the foundation for how it should change.