A Dissident Liberal: The Political Writings of Peter Baume (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781925022544)

In the 'broad church' of the Australian Liberal Party, rarely has there been a maverick so unrelenting in his commitment to personal principles as Senator Peter Baume. Over a parliamentary career spanning 17 years, three ministerial portfolios and five party leaders, Baume was increasingly pitted against his own party room. In A Dissident Liberal: The Political Writings of Peter Baume, we learn of personal threats, crises, constitutional confrontation and the tension between conservatism and classical liberalism-and between ideology and toeing the party line. This collection of personal observations, speeches and commentaries on contentious policy issues presents a valuable resource for students of Australian political history.

Author: Peter Baume
ISBN-10: 1925022544
ISBN-13: 9781925022544
Publisher: Anu Press
Language: English
Published: 09/01/2015
Pages: 346
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.73lbs
Size: 9.84h x 6.93w x 0.94d