Judith Brett is emeritus professor of politics at La Trobe University and a regular contributor to the Monthly magazine. Her books include Robert Menzies' Forgotten People, The Enigmatic Mr Deakin (winner of the 2018 National Biography Award), From Secret Ballot to Democracy Sausage and four Quarterly Essays.
'Judith Brett brings historical depth to her wise insights into contemporary politics.' * Laura Tingle * 'Brett is a gifted interpreter of politics, past and present, and a sensitive reader of people, individually and en masse.' * Saturday Paper * 'Brett's writing is capable of extraordinary clarity, insight and compassion.' * Monthly * 'Brett's research is meticulous.' * Adelaide Review *