Australian Father and Son by Lord Casey | Biography of Three Generations of the Casey Family (1966, Hardcover)

Author: Richard Gardiner Casey, Baron Casey (Lord Casey)
Publisher: Collins, London, 1966
Format: Hardcover, 188 pages + 8 pages of plates with illustrations, maps, and portraits
Type of Book: Australian Biography / Family History
Dimensions: 22 cm
Condition: Very Good – light wear and tanning to dust jacket, light foxing to inside covers. Internally clean and tightly bound.

Description:
In Australian Father and Son, Lord Casey—former Governor-General of Australia—recounts the story of his distinguished forebears: Cornelius Gavin Casey (1811–1896) and Richard Gardiner Casey (1846–1919).

Spanning three generations, the book explores the contributions of the Casey family to Australia's early medical profession, business development, and public service. This thoughtful biographical work blends personal memory with historical reflection, providing insight into colonial and post-colonial Australian society through the lens of one influential family.

Includes photographs, maps, and illustrations to enrich the narrative.

Why You'll Love It:
An engaging multi-generational biography written by one of Australia’s most prominent statesmen. A valuable resource for those interested in Australian political, social, and family history.