Flawed Hero, 9781761069819
Paperback
A hero tarnished: War, whispers, and the defamation trial of the century.

Flawed Hero

truth, lies and war crimes

$35.59

  • Paperback

    592 pages

  • Release Date

    9 July 2023

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Summary

Flawed Hero: The Ben Roberts-Smith Story

With a Victoria Cross and Medal for Gallantry, Ben Roberts-Smith was the most highly decorated Australian soldier, the best of the best. When he returned to civilian life, he became a poster boy for a nation hungry for warrior heroes. He embodied the myth of the classic Anzac, seven-foot-tall and bulletproof. But as his public reputation continued to grow, inside the army rumours were circulating.

Gold Walkley Award winning journalist…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781761069819
ISBN-10:1761069810
Author:Chris Masters
Publisher:Allen & Unwin
Imprint:Allen & Unwin
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:592
Release Date:9 July 2023
Weight:700g
Dimensions:234mm x 153mm
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Critics Review

‘If there was a Victoria Cross for bravery in journalism, Chris Masters deserves to receive it.’ -Phillip Adams

‘There’s seriously no one else in Australia with the knowledge that Chris Masters has in relation to Australian Special Forces in Afghanistan.’ —Former Commando Major

About The Author

Chris Masters

Chris Masters PSM is a powerful force in Australian journalism. A multi Walkley Award winner, his reports ‘The Big League’ and ‘The Moonlight State’ both led to royal commissions that helped transform the nation. He spent extended periods with Australian forces in Afghanistan, and he is the author of the bestselling Jonestown, Uncommon Soldier and No Front Line.

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