Young Hawke by David Day: Bob Hawke biography
Young Hawke is David Day’s biography of Bob Hawke’s formative years, tracing his path from childhood and university life to union leadership. The listing describes an account of his ambition, public charisma and personal complexities.
At a glance
- Covers Hawke’s early life through his rise as a union leader.
- The publisher description says the biography draws on research and interviews with people who knew Hawke.
- Presents personal and political aspects of Hawke’s life, including ambition, anger and alcoholism, as described in the listing.
Reference price: $49.99
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A 432-page account offers room to follow Hawke’s formative years and early political ascent.
- The stated scope spans childhood, university life and union leadership, suiting readers interested in the background to his prime ministership.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Author | David Day |
|---|---|
| Publisher | HarperCollins AU |
| Publication date | 31 July 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 432 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1460765699 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1460765692 |
| Weight listed | 718 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16.2 x 4.1 x 24.2 cm |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing describes a biography of Hawke’s first fifty years, so it is focused on his formative life rather than a complete account of his later career.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in Bob Hawke’s early life and rise to union leadership.
- Readers seeking an Australian political biography that includes personal as well as public history.
Less suited to
- Readers looking specifically for a comprehensive account of Hawke’s full life or prime ministership.
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Frequently asked questions
What period of Bob Hawke’s life does this book cover?
The listing presents it as a biography of Hawke’s formative years and describes its focus as his first fifty years, including childhood, university life and his rise to union leadership.
How long is Young Hawke?
The listing gives a print length of 432 pages.
Who wrote Young Hawke?
The listing identifies David Day as the author.
