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A thinking reed

by Barry Jones

This autobiography traces the life of a prominent Australian politician and public intellectual, from his early years as a quiz champion to his tenure as Minister for Science. It highlights his campaigns for education, heritage preservation, and social reform.

Accession 30149 ISBN 074114387X Publisher Allen & Unwin
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