This book is a masterful guide to the art of persuasive rhetoric, inviting students to explore the crafts of encomium and vituperation through the vibrant lens of Australian history and culture.
 
Delving into pivotal moments such as the conscription debates of 1916–1917, the legacy of the Anzacs, the symbolism of kangaroos, and the complexities of permeable borders, this book engages readers with compelling primary and secondary sources including evocative political cartoons like The Blood Vote and The Anti’s Creed. Spotlighting figures such as G.K. Chesterton and Daniel Mannix, it examines the virtues and vices that have shaped Australia’s identity, fostering critical thinking and moral discernment.
 
Tailored for students of rhetoric and composition, the text hones skills in crafting structured six-paragraph essays, mastering rhetorical devices like pathos, logos, and metaphor, and employing classical delivery techniques.