This memoir presents the life of a distinguished civil servant and gives a fascinating look into a dramatic political career spanning from Singapore to New York City. With an unerring eye for humor blended with thoughtful insight, this autobiography provides a diplomat's viewpoint to some of the most important political events of the mid 20th century, including two revolutions, a war in Nigeria, and a peaceful attainment of independence.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction; 1. An Apprentice in Samoa; 2. Manhattan and Other Islands; 3. The Commonwealth Divided; 4. War in Nigeria; 5. A Washington Spectator; 6. New Zealand Adrift; 7. Tropical Asia; 8. The Years with Muldoon; 9. The Elusive David Lange; Epilogue
