Final Approaches: A Memoir [Paperback]

Gerald Hensely (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1869403789 | ISBN-13: 978-1869403782 | Publication Date: April 1, 2007

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.

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About the Author

Gerald Hensley is a former New Zealand High Commissioner at the Department of External Affairs. He later served as the Permanent Head in the Prime Minister’s Department. He is a contributing author to Celebrating New Zealand’s Emergence, For the Record, Pacific Prospects, and Southeast Asia and New Zealand.

Product Details

• Paperback: 312 pages
• Publisher: Auckland University Press (April 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1869403789
• ISBN-13: 978-1869403782
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 6.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,489,332 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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