Ascent to Power 1996
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- ISBN 9781742235288
- Format: Paperback
- Weight: 467g
- Dimensions: 152 x 231mm
- Publication Date: 01 Nov 2017
- Publisher: NewSouth Publishing
- Publication City/Country: AU
- Product Form: Paperback
- Language: English
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In the first of four volumes on the Howard Government’s nearly 12 years in office, The Ascent to Power covers the 1996 election and the practical challenges of the Coalition’s first year in power, including its handling of the Port Arthur massacre, relationships with the Australian Public Service, management of Senate crossbenchers and reversing the budget ‘black hole’ and repaying government debt.
With contributions from John Howard, Liberal and Labor politicians, media commentators, key public servants and academics, The Ascent to Power takes a critical look at the Howard Government’s rise to power, its performance, successes, shortcomings and failures in what Paul Kelly calls the ‘foundational year’.
Drawing on unpublished documents from John Howard’s papers held at UNSW Canberra, the book will shape future assessments of the Howard Government and help determine its enduring place in Australian history.
Sales Points
With contributions from John Howard, Liberal and Labor politicians, media commentators, key public servants and academics, The Ascent to Power takes a critical look at the Howard Government’s rise to power, its performance, successes, shortcomings and failures in what Paul Kelly calls the ‘foundational year’.
Drawing on unpublished documents from John Howard’s papers held at UNSW Canberra, the book will shape future assessments of the Howard Government and help determine its enduring place in Australian history.
Sales Points
- The first series to examine the performance of the Howard Government over its 11 years in office
- Includes the principal participants: politicians (including John Howard); key public servants; leading commentators and notable scholars
- Drawing on unpublished documents from the UNSW Canberra John Howard Special Collection, this book will shape future assessments of the Howard Government
Tom Frame was a naval officer for 15 years before being ordained to the Anglican ministry. He served as Bishop to the Australian Defence Force from 2001–2007 and is the author and editor of 35 books on a range of topics including the ethics of armed conflict. He is a regular media commentator on naval, religious and ethical affairs.
