Stirring the possum, McClelland, James, 1989

Historical information

Autobiography of James McClelland who was a NSW state MP, a solicitor and a senator in the Whitlam ministry. Whilst he was an ally of Santamaria, he did not join the DLP. He was also appointed as a judge in 1980 and in 1984 headed the Royal Commission into Maralinga.

Significance

Relevant to the history of the ALP and the legal system in Australia.

Physical description

Paperback book.

Front cover: author's photograph.


Inscriptions & markings

Front cover: author's name and title.

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