So Greek: Confessions of a Conservative Leftie

Author: Niki Savva

Most books on politics are written by outsiders. Even if they are written by politicians, a lot of the intrigue and detail seems to be missing. It usually is.

 This is one of the few books on politics and political journalism written by an insider and one with decades of experience in federal politics.

 It is often hilarious, occasionally sad, sometimes infuriating, but endlessly fascinating and illuminating as it takes us on a life journey: from one country to another, from one culture to another, from one career to another, from one philosophy to another.

Also by Niki Savva

Book Cover:  So Greek: Confessions of a Conservative Leftie
By Niki Savva

From one of the most senior correspondents in the Canberra Press Gallery comes a rare account of life as a political insider.

 Born in a small village in Cyprus, Niki Savva spent her childhood in Melbourne's working-class suburbs ­— frontiers where locals were suspicious of olive oil, and Greek kids spoke Gringlish to their parents.

From one of the most senior correspondents in the Canberra Press Gallery comes a rare account of life as a political insider.

 Born in a small village in Cyprus, Niki Savva spent her childhood in...

Published: 22/11/2010
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781921640834
RRP: $29.95
Book Cover:  So Greek: Confessions of a Conservative Leftie
Published:27/01/2010
Format:Paperback, 304 pages
RRP:$35.00
ISBN-13:9781921640278
ISBN-10:1921640278
Origin:Australia

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