Sir James Mitchell: Premier & Governor of Western Australia by Bruce Devenish

Book Description

Secondhand. Good condition. Ex library copy with external sticker. Partial date due slip on inside page now covered with blank ex libris bookplate sticker. Wear to book corners and edges. Interior and binding are still very good.

This first definitive biography of one of the State's notable historical figures is well overdue.

Foremost in promoting the wheat industry, Sir James Mitchell served his State wearing many hats, being at various times banker, farmer, parliamentarian, Premier, Lieutenant Governor and universally acclaimed Governor.

Not only was his lengthy parliamentary contribution productive, but for years of dedicated service in the vice-regal capacity, he has no equal and remains the only person to have been both Premier and Governor of the State.

Thoroughly referenced from primary sources, interviews and extensive research, the 216 pages of this volume include 40 photographs, appendixes, a bibliography, footnotes and a comprehensive index. (back cover)