Luke Walker has written an insightful short book about George Reid, fourth Prime Minister of Australia who as NSW Premier was one of the Fathers of Federation. An ardent free-trader, he was initially on the losing side of the argument with the protectionists, only to be vindicated by posterity.
As Australia's first High Commissioner to London, Reid made sure that Australia’s contribution to World War One was well and truly recognised by those in the British establishment. Although Scottish born, Reid was a proud Australian. He set an early example for us all.