Anne Henderson Books

Menzies and Evatt are painted in their strengths and flaws, with their shared endeavours and their irreconcilable differences and with their competing views of Australia and the world. Anne Henderson's account is fresh and compelling, a study in the triumphs, tribulations and tragedies that are the nature of politics. - Dr Paul Kelly, Editor-at-Large, The Australian Liberal Party founder and long-serving prime minister Robert (Bob) Menzies along with Labor foreign minister and attorney-general Bert (the Doc) Evatt were two of the biggest names in 20th century Australian politics. The former led his party to election victories, the latter to defeats. Menzies and Evatt were born in 1894. Both men, from relatively modest backgrounds, were brilliant students who starred at law before entering the Commonwealth Parliament. From the early 1940s to the early 1960s, they took different sides on such issues as bank nationalisation, the attempt to ban the Communist Party and the Petrov affair - ideological disagreements which co-existed with mutual distrust and personal rivalries.

Focusing on the life of Joseph Lyons, this biography details his journey from a Tasmanian Labor premier in the 1920s to his significant role in leading Australia through the Great Depression as prime minister. It explores his rise within the Scullin Labor Cabinet and his key involvement in establishing the United Australia Party. The book provides fresh insights into both Lyons' character and the political landscape he influenced, offering a comprehensive understanding of his contributions to Australian history.

Focusing on the life of Patrick McMahon Glynn, this biography highlights his unique status as an erudite and principled Irish immigrant in nineteenth-century Australia. As a committed Catholic, lawyer, and parliamentarian, Glynn's significant contributions to Australian society are explored in depth. Anne Henderson's scholarly work sheds light on his legacy, aiming to bring greater recognition to Glynn's impact on the nation’s development and cultural landscape.

Focusing on the groundbreaking career of Dame Margaret Guilfoyle, this biography details her rise as the first woman in Australia to hold a cabinet-level ministerial role, serving as Minister for Social Security and Finance during the Fraser Coalition Government. Renowned for her competence and reformist approach, Guilfoyle significantly influenced women's participation in politics, exemplifying leadership and advocacy throughout her tenure. Her legacy is marked by both her ministerial achievements and her commitment to enhancing female representation in Australian governance.

Enid Lyons stands out as an extraordinary figure in Australian history, being the mother of twelve and the wife of a Prime Minister. She broke barriers as the first woman elected to the House of Representatives and the first to serve in a Federal Cabinet. In addition to her political achievements, she was a prominent radio broadcaster, newspaper columnist, and authored three books, making her one of the most recognized women in Australia for many years.

Focusing on the challenges faced by dyslexic children in mathematics, this resource provides valuable strategies and insights for teachers, classroom assistants, and SENCOs. It aims to enhance understanding and support for students with dyslexia and dyscalculia, making it an essential guide for educators dedicated to fostering mathematical skills in these learners.

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