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The Meddlesome Priest
Peter Hempenstall
Format: Paperback
The Meddlesome Priest is the story of a 20th century Australian nationalist who became a legend. Ernest Burgmann's words and actions hold a promise of extraordinary relevance for Australian society today.
The Self-Made Anthropologist
Tigger Wise
Format: Paperback
This is an account of the remarkable life of Australia's first professor of anthropology, whose national and international reputation as a champion of the Aboriginal people is now the subject of considerable controversy. The Self-Made Anthropologist frees Elkin from the myths, contradictions and intense privacy that veiled his life; he stands now before us for judgement.
Rising Up and Rising Down: Some Thoughts on Violence, Freedom and Urgent Means
William T. Vollmann
Attempts to bring a definitive resolution to a conundrum that has preoccupied generations of thinkers: under what conditions is violence justified?
Hitler's Piano Player: The Rise and Fall of Ernst Hanfstaengl
Peter Conradi
A shocking story of a man torn apart by opposing loyalties.
Intelligent Person's Guide to Atheism
Daniel Harbour
A controversial study that argues for the value of atheism in modern society.
Henry and Mary Ponsonby: Life at the Court of Queen Victoria
William M. Kuhn
An intimate picture of the inner workings of the monarchy during Henry Ponsonby's time as protector at large.
Travels with Marx
Marcello Musto, translated by Patrick Camiller
Format: Paperback
Whether you're an expert on the subject or eager to learn more about the modern world's most influential political philosopher, you'll be surprised and fascinated by Musto's Travels with Marx.
