Stirring the Possum: A Political Autobiography by James McClelland
From his days as a young Trotskyist in the 140s - secretly in love with an enemy Stalinist - to his role in the 80s as commissioner in an inquiry into the Maralinga nuclear tests. Jim McClelland has been known as a stirrer.
In his autobiography he offers us a perspective on Australian politics that spans 50 years. His critical assessment of of public figures and events is both humorous and acerbic; his account of a distinguished and varied career reflects his energy, his sharp mind and his unfailing capacity to 'liven things up'.
Format: Paperback | 262 pages
Dimensions (cm): 19.9 x 12.8 x 1.8 | 254g
Publication Date: 01 Mar 1989
Publisher: Penguin Books Australia
Publication City/Country: Ringwood, Australia
Edition Number: 1
ISBN10: 0140097643
ISBN13: 9780140097641
Condition: Good
A vintage book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including minor scuff marks along the edges, but no holes or tears. The majority of pages are undamaged with very minimal creasing but no tearing. No pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. The first page has a small black stamp that reads: The Willows Retirement Village. No missing pages.