Biography of the former Labor Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating, based on notes the author compiled during his four years as Keating's speechwriter and focusing on Keating's four years as PM (December 1991-96). Keating set Australia on a new course - towards engagement with Asia, a republic, reconciliation, a modern export-based economy and public education and training, health and social security. Includes photos and index. Book received the 2003 National Biography Award, 2002 The Courier Mail Book of the Year Award, and 2002 The Age Book of the Award and Non-Fiction Prize. Author has previously written 'Brian Fitzpatrick: A Radical Life' and 'The Story of Australia'.