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Geoffrey Blainey

Name: Geoffrey Blainey
ISBN: 9781925835649

Writer, Historian, Controversialist

Richard Allsop,

English
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eBook - ePub

Geoffrey Blainey

Writer, Historian, Controversialist

Richard Allsop,

About this book

A revealing exploration of Australia's most influential historian. Geoffrey Blainey is celebrated as Australia's greatest living historian, known for iconic works like The Tyranny of Distance and Triumph of the Nomads. Yet, he's also been a figure of controversy, particularly regarding his views on Asian immigration.
Richard Allsop's biography delves into Blainey's multifaceted career, examining his contributions to Australian historiography, the intellectual currents that shaped his thinking, and the debates he ignited. It sheds light on:

The evolution of Blainey's historical interpretations
The impact of the 'history wars' on Australian intellectual life
The relationship between history, politics, and public discourse

Geoffrey Blainey: Writer, Historian, Controversialist offers an insightful portrait of a historian who challenged conventional wisdom and left an indelible mark on Australia's understanding of its past. For historians, students, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Australia's intellectual landscape.

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