The Road to Ruin: The bestselling prequel to Plots and Prayers

Discover 'The Road to Ruin,' the bestselling prequel to 'Plots and Prayers' by Niki Savva. This compelling B-format paperback offers an in-depth exploration of the political landscape under former Prime Minister Tony Abbott and his controversial chief of staff, Peta Credlin. Savva’s insightful commentary, drawn from unparalleled access to political insiders, reveals the tumultuous dynamics that shaped the Australian government. This updated edition not only revisits the original bestseller but also features a brand-new 13,500-word chapter, unveiling the inner workings of the Turnbull government, highlighting the behind-the-scenes maneuvering involving key figures such as Christopher Pyne and the fallout from Abbott’s destabilisation tactics. With 384 pages of riveting narrative, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian politics, political history, or the intricacies of leadership. Order now and enjoy FREE shipping on 'The Road to Ruin'—the essential prelude to understanding contemporary political drama in Australia. Note that combined shipping with other products is not available for this item, and please allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925322729
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2017
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 384


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'There will be no wrecking, no undermining, and no sniping.'
-Tony Abbott, 15 September 2015

Abbott's performances in the party-room debates on education and climate change had ranged between woeful and pathetic. He sounded desperate, he was inconsistent, and -?his colleagues thought?-?slightly ridiculous. They knew he would never stop going after cheap headlines during soft interviews where he sucked up the oxygen, with revision and division as his calling cards. All they could hope was that people would soon grow tired of listening to him. Normal people might have, but the media grew more and more hysterical, as if a challenge were imminent.

In the original edition of The Road to Ruin, prominent political commentator, author, and columnist for The Australian Niki Savva revealed the ruinous behaviour of former prime minister Tony Abbott and his chief of staff, Peta Credlin. Based on her unrivalled access to their colleagues, and devastating first-person accounts of what went on behind the scenes, Savva painted an unforgettable picture of a unique duo who wielded power ruthlessly but not well.
That edition became a major bestseller, and went on to win an Australian book industry award for the best general non-fiction book of the year.

Now Savva continues where she left off. This updated edition contains a new, 13,500-word final chapter, in which Savva reveals the inner state of the Turnbull government - and the behind-the-scenes jockeying of friends and foes alike. From the mayhem of an own goal scored by Christopher Pyne, to the ramifications of Tony Abbott's ramped-up destabilisation campaign, it is, as usual, an unputdownable and impeccably sourced account.

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