The Battle for Bennelong: The Adventures of Maxine McKew Aged Fifty-Something

By Margot Saville; ISBN: 9780522854428

We would like to alert readers to the late December release of The Battle for Bennelong, Margot Saville's highly entertaining insider's account of Maxine McKew's road to victory in the Federal Electorate of Bennelong. McKew's defeat of John Howard in the seat he has held since 1974 is a momentous historical occasion, and Saville's book commemorates it in print - from the beginning of McKew's campaign right up to her victory on the weekend. Don't miss out on this witty, engaging and hot-off-the-press tribute to one of Australia's most popular new politicians

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From the Melbourne University Publishing website:

In The Battle for Bennelong, Margot Saville hits the campaign trail with Maxine McKew, indulging Maxine's obsession with dim sum, watches her draw yet another raffle, and dance excitedly at the Granny Smith Festival. In a tight contest against John Howard fought on issues such as the economy, WorkChoices and succession plans, did Maxine's dancing affect her primary vote? You'll find out in The Battle for Bennelong.About this Title

The battle for the seat of Bennelong in the 2007 federal election is shaping up as one of the more interesting contests the political landscape has witnessed in a while. In one corner is the rookie candidate, respected former ABC journalist Maxine McKew. In the other is John Howard, the most experienced politician in the country.

The battle is one between David and Goliath; the prize is the opportunity to determine the future of Australia.

Journalist Margot Saville hits the campaign trail with Maxine, indulging Maxine's obsession with dim sum, watches her draw yet another raffle, and dance excitedly at the Granny Smith Festival.

In a tight contest against John Howard fought on issues such asa the economy, WorkChoices and succession plans, did Maxine's dancing affect her primary vote? You'll find out in The Battle for Bennelong.About the Author

Margot Saville practised as a lawyer for one year before becoming a journalist in 1987. She has worked at The Australian newspaper, ABC Television, the Nine Network and the Sydney Morning Herald. She is married with two children.