They Called Him Old Smoothie
Biography & Memoir History Australiana
They Called Him Old Smoothie is Peter Golding’s lively biography of Sir Robert Askin, the razor-sharp NSW Premier whose wit earned him the nickname. Golding traces the former premier’s rise from beach-loving surf lifesaver to powerhouse of Australian political history, set against the building of the Sydney Opera House and the machinations of state Parliament.
This 2009 first-edition hardcover, published by Australian Scholarly Publishing, is signed by the author and illustrated with rare photographs that bring Askin’s era to life. At 484 pages it’s a substantial yet engaging read for adults and young adults curious about true Australian stories beyond the headlines.
Clean, very-good condition pages from a smoke-free home make this a collectible copy for lovers of political memoirs, illustrated biographies, or New South Wales history. Add this signed Australian history book to your shelf and discover why “Old Smoothie” still echoes through today’s political parties.
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