‘Turnbull’s book is rich with detail and I was frankly floored by the competence of this man who did not receive the respect he deserved.I am very positive about the book and don’t know where to start to address it. I consider it a must read for anyone interested in the politics of government and especially climate change in Australia. Mr Turnbull shows himself to be very very thorough both in his ability to govern and in his writing of this book. I believe that the man is blessed with good character as well as a prodigious intelligence.
But, here’s the rub, I was one of those vexing climate deniers during his term and I still am. I fitted the description of being one of the haters as he puts it. I feel considerably chagrinned now for my attitude. Just to be clear, I was so upset by Turnbull’s coup against Tony Abbot that I did not vote in any election until after Malcolm left government.
And this goes to show what a powerful conflict Climate Change politics really is. It is so divisive.
I concede that the believers in Climate Change have won and it’s time to give up the fight. It’s a very ‘funny’ thing that there is so much passion on both sides. The conversation is full of cries of “Those Idiots”. Both sides willing to attribute the worst motives, the lowest intelligence, the most craven self interest.
But for all the passion of this and other matters, Malcolm reveals a steady hand, a concentrated mind, an effective and good natured style which might make him the best, most hated Prime Minister Australia ever had.’ – Ian B (Google review)
Malcolm Turnbull, Australia’s 29th prime minister, tells the remarkable story of his life in this lively political page-turner.
When Malcolm Turnbull took over the nation’s top job there was a sense of excitement in Australia. Sky-high opinion polls followed as the political outsider with a successful business, legal and media career took charge. The infighting that had dogged politics for the best part of a decade looked to be over. But a right-wing insurgency brutally cut down Turnbull’s time in office after three years, leaving many Australians asking, ‘Why?’
Exceptionally candid and compelling, A Bigger Picture is the definitive narrative of Malcolm Turnbull’s prime ministership. He describes how he legalised same-sex marriage, established Snowy Hydro 2.0, stood up to Donald Trump, and many more achievements – remarkable in their pace and significance, and delivered in the teeth of so much opposition. But it’s far more than just politics. Turnbull’s life has been filled with colourful characters and controversies, success and failure. From his early years in Sydney, growing up with a single father, to defending ‘Spycatcher’ Peter Wright against the UK government; the years representing Kerry Packer, leading the Republican Movement and making millions in business; and finally toppling Tony Abbott to become prime minister of Australia. For the first time he tells it all – in his own words.
With revelatory insights on the workings of Canberra and the contentious events of Turnbull’s life, A Bigger Picture explores the strengths and vulnerabilities of one of Australia’s best-known and most dynamic business and political leaders. Lyrically written in highly readable and entertaining prose, this is a genuine page-turner that’s not just for political junkies.
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