Jeff: The Rise and Fall of a Political PhenomenonThis book provides an intimate look at the most tumultuous career in politics. Drawing on in-depth interviews with Kennett's friends, colleagues, critics and opponents, as well as with the man himself, the author takes us behind the scenes in a compelling account of the phenomenon that was Jeff. |
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