Keith Murdoch

The War Correspondent Who Founded an Empire

R m Younger

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Harper Collins
24 November 2023

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Fifty years after Keith Murdoch's death, his career and influence remain the measure of the man.

Founder of the Murdoch media empire, Keith Murdoch came from humble beginnings as the son of a Scottish minister. He began his journalistic career on a Melbourne paper and first made a name for himself when he was responsible for reporting on the withdrawal of troops from Gallipoli, after reporting the dreadful conditions and failure of the operation. A dedicated journalist, brilliant editor and a remarkable entrepreneur, Keith Murdoch was also passionate in his support for libraries and the visual arts.this portrait of Keith Murdoch is based on impeccable research, and highlights the remarkable extent of Murdoch's influence, revealing the true face of the man behind the empire.

By: R m Younger
Imprint: Harper Collins
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 241mm, Width: 162mm, Spine: 40mm
Weight: 835g
ISBN: 9780732270285
ISBN 10: 0732270286
Publication Date: 24 November 2023
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active