Hubert Murray: The Australian Pro-Consul
Author: Francis West
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1968
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling biography, Hubert Murray: The Australian Pro-Consul, chronicles the remarkable career of a pivotal figure in colonial administration. Francis West presents a meticulous account of Murray's decades governing Papua, illustrating his complex policies and profound influence on the region's development. The narrative uncovers the challenges and controversies inherent in his role, offering a nuanced perspective on imperial governance. West argues for Murray's enduring legacy, detailing his efforts to balance indigenous welfare with colonial objectives. This authoritative work provides essential insights into a critical period of Australian and Pacific history.
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Author: Francis West
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1968
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
This compelling biography, Hubert Murray: The Australian Pro-Consul, chronicles the remarkable career of a pivotal figure in colonial administration. Francis West presents a meticulous account of Murray's decades governing Papua, illustrating his complex policies and profound influence on the region's development. The narrative uncovers the challenges and controversies inherent in his role, offering a nuanced perspective on imperial governance. West argues for Murray's enduring legacy, detailing his efforts to balance indigenous welfare with colonial objectives. This authoritative work provides essential insights into a critical period of Australian and Pacific history.
