Monash
The Outsider Who Won a War
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Narrated by:
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David Tredinnick
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Roland Perry
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Australian General Sir John Monash changed the way wars were fought and won. When the British and German High Commands of the First World War failed to gain ascendancy after four years of unprecedented human slaughter, Monash used innovative techniques and modern technology to plan and win a succession of major battles that led to the end of the Great War.
But Australia's greatest military commander fought as many battles with those on his side as he did with his enemies. Monash was the classic outsider who rose to greatness despite the mighty odd of his 'handicaps of birth' – having a German-Jewish background at a time when racism and prejudice were rife: and being a part-time colonial soldier in an Imperial British army.
Roland Perry brings to life the fascinating story of the man whom many have judged as the greatest ever Australian. Monash draws on the subject's comprehensive letter and diary archive – one of the largest in Australia's history. The result is a riveting portrait that weaves together the many strands of his life as a family man, student, engineer, businessman, lawyer, teacher, soldier, leader, romantic and lover of the arts; and reveals why, in addition to his amazing military successes, Monash is remembered and respected even more for his humanity.
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- Blackbishop
- 17-05-2018
Every Australian should read this book
But just a "military man" nit just a military book. This is an incredibly well researched and fantastically written book about Monash, Australia, the Great War, the ANZACS and all the personalities that go into making those things. I can't rate this enough.
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- Amazon Customer
- 28-11-2017
Inspirational
if you feel that your life is without direction and have only moderate Scholastic results at school, read this book.
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- Campbell Paine
- 01-07-2019
Best book of Monash yet
The depth of research and broad assessment across all aspects of Monash's life is the best account I have read. What an amazing individual. Thank you.
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- Anonymous User
- 19-02-2018
A *must read* for every Australian.
I had no idea of this man's efforts and outstanding commitments to Australia and WW1.
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- Andrew
- 26-04-2018
Great book
Thoroughly enjoyed learning about this man, his life, his challenges and how he overcame them
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- War Reader
- 22-02-2022
great story well narrated
did not want the book to finish. thank you mr perry and mr tredinnick. thank you sir john
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- Anonymous User
- 24-08-2019
A superb Australian.
Roland Perry has brought back the legend of John Monash easily one of Australia’s best sins to life in this wonderful book.
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- Jane Bennett
- 26-10-2023
Fascinating Australian
What a quite fascinating man and a great one he was. I knew virtually nothing about him beforehand, and am now consumed with admiration for him, and his many achievements (as well as his interesting private life).
I could have wished the author allowed Monash’s own words to speak more, particularly given the extensive letters and diaries he wrote, rather than speaking for him and about him at virtually every point, and could have done with somewhat less of his childhood.
However, the book itself was well worth listening to. As an engineer, he oversaw the building of Princes Bridge, and saw the importance of reinforced concrete before anyone else. As a lawyer he developed a strong reputation as an expert witness in construction, and building contractual disputes. And as a. Olunteer soldier, he attracted notice early on, which eventually saw him play such an important part in winning the war. His record of achievements and particularly those of WWI and the part the Australian soldiers played in winning the war deserve to be so much better known. Not finished, he managed repatriation of soldiers with warmth and understanding. Oh, and then he went on to establish the State Electricity Commission of Australia, and found the German engineers needed to be able to turn the overly damp brown coal into the much needed electricity for the masses.
All this by a German born Jew, considered and often treated badly and with much prejudice. I would not have thought this very long biography could have kept me so interested throughout. What a truly great man in all senses of the word.
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- Paul Davies
- 05-07-2017
Very detailed and inspiring
Before this book I knew very little about John Monash. Now I feel his story should be compulsory study for all Australian school children!
The book was inspiring all along the way!
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- Rosemary
- 01-09-2015
Loved it
This is the third Rolland Perry book I have listened to, if you love Australian history I highly recommend them.
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