The Family File

Name: The Family File
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By Mark Aarons

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The Family File by Mark Aarons delves into the deep and complex history of a family involved in espionage and intelligence. It explores the intersection of personal lives with global political events, unveiling secrets and machinations within the realms of politics and national security. The narrative examines how private and public spheres intertwine, offering insight into the murky world of political affairs.
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You might enjoy this engaging exploration of political intrigue and espionage, which delves into the complex world of intelligence communities and their operations. It may appeal to those fascinated by historical political affairs and family legacies entwined with secretive governmental manoeuvres.

The Family File

In early 1965 at age thirteen, Mark Aarons came under the 'adverse notice' of ASIO, which opened volume one of his nine-volume security file. Having obtained access to his family's ASIO files Mark Aarons combines their meticulous chronicles with his family's own accounts to tell a political tale of revolution and dissent, idealism and intrigue.

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In early 1965 at age thirteen, Mark Aarons came under the 'adverse notice' of ASIO, which opened volume one of his nine-volume security file. Mark was following in the footsteps of his father, Laurie Aarons, whose 85-volume file commenced in the early 1930s when he was fourteen.

For four generations, the Aarons family were 'subversive revolutionaries', avowed communists who challenged the established constitutional order. Having obtained access to his family's ASIO files—the largest collection in the nation's history—Mark Aarons combines their meticulous chronicles with his family's own accounts to tell a political tale of revolution and dissent, idealism and intrigue.

It is also an intimate story of life under surveillance, a reflection on communism and its legacy, and on what it was to be a radical in Australia in eventful times.

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The Family File weaves a compelling narrative filled with themes of love, passion, and political intrigue, set against a backdrop of significant historical events. It unveils surprising revelations, such as unexpected alliances and confessions of revolutionary disillusionment. The book also highlights stories of progressive political efforts in Australia, including workers' rights, feminism, and resistance movements.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781863954815

Publisher: Black Inc.

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 June 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Black Inc.

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 510g

Pages: 368

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Mark Aarons Non-Fiction Penguin Books Politics & Current Affairs

About the Author

Mark Aarons is the author of several books, including War Criminals Welcome. He worked as an ABC broadcaster and investigative documentary producer from 1973 until 1990 and has written many feature articles for Australia's leading newspapers. From 1996 to 2006, he was a senior advisor to the NSW Labor government. He has also been a long-term activist in the East Timorese cause.