A Local Man
by Robin Mclachlan, Bob Ellis

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Readers find 'A Local Man' to be an interesting portrayal of Ben Chifley's final days in politics. The play effectively stirs nostalgia and evokes strong memories of a significant historical period in Australia. Many appreciate its engaging narrative and historical relevance.

Interesting portrayal of Ben ChifleyEngaging narrativeStirs up nostalgiaLimited scope of political context

Synopsis

Ben Chifley has been called Australia's best-loved prime minister.

His life story, from engine driver to prime minister, with his steadfast loyalty to his humble origins throughout his political career, has become one of Australia's iconic legends.

This book presents a portrait of this great Australian statesman.

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Year2005
BindingPaperback
Pages96
PlaceSydney
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780868197760
ISBN-100868197769
LCCPR9619.3.E532 L62 2005
DCCA822.3

A Local Man is a Australian & New Zealand play written by Robin Mclachlan and published by Currency Press in Sydney (2005).

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Currency Press · 2005 · 96 pp

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