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Duterte Harry

fire and fury in the Philippines
By Jonathan Miller
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Duterte Harry by Jonathan Miller offers an incisive exploration of the life and political career of Rodrigo Duterte, the controversial president of the Philippines. The book delves into his rise to power, his often polarising rhetoric, and the aggressive campaign against crime that has garnered both fervent support and intense criticism. Through detailed research, this biography provides a compelling look at Duterte's influence on Filipino society and politics.
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You might enjoy this biography if you're interested in exploring the life and controversial political career of a prominent figure in the Philippines. This book offers insight into his unorthodox approach to leadership, his impact on the country, and the broader implications of his governance style. If you're keen on understanding global political dynamics and how leadership can divide public opinion, this work provides a compelling examination.

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The first biography of Rodrigo Duterte, the murderous, unpredictable president of the Philippines, whose war on drugs has seen thousands of people killed in cold blood.

The first biography of Rodrigo Duterte, the murderous, unpredictable President of the Philippines, whose war on drugs has seen thousands of people killed in cold blood.

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Duterte Harry is the first biography of Rodrigo Duterte, the murderous, unpredictable President of the Philippines, whose war on drugs has seen thousands of people killed in cold blood.

Rodrigo Duterte was elected President of the Philippines in 2016. In his first 18 months in office, 12,000 people were murdered on the streets, gunned down by police officers and vigilante citizens—all with his encouragement.

Duterte is a serial womaniser and a self-confessed killer, who has called both Barack Obama and Pope Francis 'sons of whores'. He is on record as saying he does not 'give a shit' about human rights. Yet he is beloved by the 16.6 million Filipinos who voted for him, seen as vulgar but honest, a breath of fresh air, and an iconoclastic, anti-imperialist rebel.

In this revelatory biography, Channel 4 News' Asia Correspondent Jonathan Miller charts Duterte's rise and shows how this fascinating, fearsome man can be seen as the embodiment of populism in our time.

"Fire and fury" is the mentality of despots everywhere. Miller has terrifyingly captured that condition—bullying, threatening, vengeful, and lethal.'
—Michael Wolff, author of Fire and Fury

'A deeply reported, vivid foreign correspondent's account of the man's rise to power.'
—John Reed, Financial Times

'This book is a history, but also a fable in a time of increasing authoritarian populism. It is a great read, crackling with moral outrage.'
—Weekend Australian

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Duterte Harry by Jonathan Miller has been reviewed as a vivid and intense examination of the authoritarian tendencies of Rodrigo Duterte, highlighting his rise to power, his controversial policies, and the societal impact of his governance. The book is noted for its rigorous journalism and compelling narrative style, likening Duterte's rule to that of a despot, with Miller's portrayal described as both an indictment and a captivating yet cautionary tale about the perils of unchecked populism. It captures the deep societal and political contradictions in the Philippines, painting a chilling picture of Duterte's leadership.

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ISBN: 9781925322842

Publisher: Scribe Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 May 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scribe Publications

Illustration: 8pp photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Jonathan Miller is Channel 4's Asia Correspondent based in Bangkok. Three months after Rodrigo Duterte was elected in the President's southern home city of Davao, Jonathan became the first foreign journalist to challenge him face-to-face on the devastation wrought by his controversial and deadly war on drugs. Jonathan was born in Derry, Ireland, and has lived much of his life in Southeast Asia, including correspondent postings with the BBC.

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