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A Comprehensive Guide to the Prime Minister Who Led Australia to Victory in World War II

John Curtin War: A Comprehensive Guide To The Prime Minister Who Led Australia To Victory In World War II John Curtin S War: The Coming Of War In The Pacific And Reinventing Australia

John Curtin's War: The coming of war in the Pacific, and reinventing Australia

by John Edwards

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John Curtin War is the definitive biography of the Australian Prime Minister who led the country to victory in World War II. Based on extensive research, including access to previously unpublished archival material, this book provides a comprehensive and insightful account of Curtin's life and career.

Curtin was a complex and controversial figure. He was a strong advocate for social justice and economic equality, but he was also a pragmatist who was willing to make difficult decisions in the best interests of the country. His leadership during the war was crucial to Australia's survival, and he is widely regarded as one of the greatest Prime Ministers in Australian history.

In this book, historian John Edwards provides a detailed account of Curtin's life and career. He traces Curtin's journey from his humble beginnings in Victoria to his rise to the highest office in the land. Edwards also provides a detailed analysis of Curtin's wartime leadership, including his decision to commit Australian troops to the Middle East and his role in the formation of the United Nations.

John Curtin War is an essential read for anyone interested in Australian history or the Second World War. It is a comprehensive and insightful account of the life and career of one of Australia's most important leaders.

Early Life and Career
Rise to Power
The War Years
Post-War Years
Legacy

Reviews

"John Curtin War is a masterful biography of one of Australia's most important leaders. Edwards' research is impeccable, and his writing is clear and engaging. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in Australian history or the Second World War."

- Professor Peter Edwards, University of Melbourne

"John Curtin War is a definitive account of the life and career of one of Australia's greatest Prime Ministers. Edwards provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of Curtin's leadership during the war, and he does so with a clarity and objectivity that is refreshing. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Australian history or the Second World War."

- Dr. David Lowe, Australian War Memorial

About the Author

John Edwards is a historian and the author of several books on Australian history, including John Curtin's War and The ANZACS: A History of Australia and New Zealand at War. He is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities and a member of the Free Download of Australia.