Politics

Albert Ogilvie and Stymie Gaha – World-wise Tasmanians – Michael Roe

Never pre-judge any book. We thought an academics account of two 1930’s Tasmanian politician would be a pretty dry thing. Not so, Premier Ogilvie and Health Minister Gaha found themselves on tour in the ever leaning right Europe of Mussolini and Hitler. Half the book is the daily journal from each of keen observations, some profound others to do with daily goings on and the “style of the day” in the likes of Monaco.

Ogilvie’s account of the voyage out to England is delightful. Stymie was already in England and had been asked to stay there to catch up with his Premier. Seven weeks was a long time to wait so he set off for a quick trip “as you would” to South America – the account of which is similarly surprisingly interesting.

The balance of the book is the personal lead in and lead out to all of this . But to us it’s a travel account at the heart.

Published by the Parliament of Tasmania in 2008. Large squarish octavo, 274 pages, portrait on dust jacket, a quality production in great condition.

Ogilvie and Stymie Gaha in Europe when the heat was on ..

$50.00

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Albert Hahl – Governor in New Guinea – Edited and Translated by Sack and Clark

Albert Hahl (1868-1945) was the German Governor of New Guinea until relived through the consequences of WWI. This excellent book about his life and work in New Guinea was first published as “Gouverneursjahre” in Germany. This edition translated by Peter Sack and Dymphna Clark, published by ANU, Australia in 1980.

Octavo, 164 pages, illustrated from period photographs. The editors have added significant introductory content of 22 pages which must significantly enhance the original work. A glossary of the many German named organisations and institutions is included.

Includes maps of German New Guinea, Astrolabe Bay, Ponape and New Britain. Photographs of the survivors of the Ehlers Expedition, Ponape, Hotel Furst Bismark, Herbertshohe, Namanula etc hint at the contents.

A scarce book of an important story in the history of Papua New Guinea.

Albert Hahl put his lasting stamp on New Guinea

$60.00

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Governor’s Ladies [The Wives and Mistresses of Van Diemen’s Land Governors] – Alison Alexander.

An interesting and enlightening book published as a quality book by the Tasmanian Historical Research Association in 1987.

Tall octavo, 188 pages, produced by Dan Sprod’s Blubber Press. Illustrated with images from early photographs, maps, colour frontispiece of the Old Government House. An excellent copy bar previous name tipped out on a free end paper.

The official and unofficial companions include … Martha Hayes, Maria Lord, Mary Geils, Margaret Davey, Lady Franklin [of course], Caroline Denison and many more. Well researched and written, a book about strong women and their role up front and behind the scenes.

Governor’s got the glory – but what about the women alongside them.

$50.00

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The Hard Way [the Writing and Publication of Power Without Glory] – Frank Hardy.

This is the re-issue published by Rigby, Adelaide in 1976.

Octavo, 255 pages, original brown cloth covered boards, illustrations from relevant photographs. A near fine copy in a very good dust jacket which features a painting by fellow communist and artistic activist Noel Counihan.

This is Frank Hardy’s account of the writing and publishing of his classic novel the Power Without Glory. It was published original in 1961 by which time he had had nearly ten years to reflect on the goings on … including some time in the Courts.

Frank Hardy and the tale of the making of Power Without Glory

$35.00

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First History of The Australian Club Melbourne – Reprinted in its Centenary Year, 1978. – Adrian Akhurst

The original history penned by distinguished member Adrian Akhurst was produced in 1943 and covered the period from formation in 1878 to 1932. Subsequently, F.F. Knight produced the “extension” from 1932 to 1965. At the Centenary it was decided to reprint the first work which was scarce and few existing members had a copy … here it is. The particular interest in this early period is the building of the magnificent premises from which the esteemed Club continues to operate.

Octavo, 67 pages, bound nicely in blue cloth covered boards, gilt titles front and spine. Illustrated with plans, photographs and facsimiles programs of early events. A really nice clean robust copy.

Australia’s poshest Club the history of its early years.

$25.00

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Wenworth, William Charles – Australia’s Greatest Native Son – Andrew Tink.

Some of Andrew Tink’s best work resides in this thorough biography of the man behind many things in the early history of New South Wales.

Published by Allen and Unwin in 2009. Large octavo, 329 pages, nicely illustrated from period images. A very good copy.

Wentworth, the son of a highway robber, arrived at a tender age in Sydney. Went on to run the newspaper, founder of the first University, cross the Blue Mountains with Blaxland and Lawson, the strongest advocate for self-government and amass a wealth not to be sniffed at.

Wentworth .. more than a hotel

$30.00

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Albert Ogilvie and Stymie Gaha – World-wise Tasmanians – Michael Roe

Albert Hahl – Governor in New Guinea – Edited and Translated by Sack and Clark

Governor’s Ladies [The Wives and Mistresses of Van Diemen’s Land Governors] – Alison Alexander.

The Hard Way [the Writing and Publication of Power Without Glory] – Frank Hardy.

First History of The Australian Club Melbourne – Reprinted in its Centenary Year, 1978. – Adrian Akhurst

Wenworth, William Charles – Australia’s Greatest Native Son – Andrew Tink.

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