Dimensions
132 x 198 x 18mm
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 will shadow Maxine McKew as she hits the campaign trail. Saville has unprecedented access to the McKew camp, and her account of the election campaign will take us into party-room meetings, campaign dinners, fundraising meet-and-greets, and the electioneering machine. Saville also has access to the Prime Minister, and will record the commensurate highs and lows in both camps.
Based on the way politics works in Australia, the Battle for Bennelong will not lack pathos, revelations and in-fighting. And for one candidate, the ultimate prize of all, the seat of Bennelong.
