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The Evolution of Australian Foreign Policy is a book that presents a modern-day argument concerning Australia's external affairs policies in the 21st century. The book makes the case that it is time for Australia to move on from its historic British colonial roots and its subsequent subservient roles within the empires of Great Britain and the United States since Federation in 1901. The ongoing military debacle and strategic disaster of the U.S.-led Iraq War has triggered a movement within Australia's intellectual and political communities to rethink Australian foreign policy. An impressive group of dissenters began to question Australia's blind obedience to the post-World War II American empire. And, since the extraordinary publication of The Palace Letters, in 2020, the charm and distinction of being a part of the British Commonwealth has begun to lose its glory and uniqueness for a growing number of Australians. In truth, Australia is a nation in transition. It is becoming an independent Republic. A nation of Australians. Led by an Australian president elected by Australians. The nation of Australia has come of age. No more masters of any kind to rule over it. Australia has finally become the master of its own destiny and fate in the 21st century.

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Doyle's passion for Australia comes from his family tie, his military service, and his long-term scholarly pursuit. He covers a wide range of topics, including Australia's historical relations with Britain, its recent ties with the United States, and its current economic interactions with China. His vision that Australia has to disengage itself from a self-imposed colonial past in order to be a truly independent nation free from fear, obligation, or favor is thought-provoking. His belief that Australia will soon become a republic is tantalizing. In any case, he has offered his witty remarks, poignant critiques, and persuasive comments on Australia's past, contemporary status, and future role in the global affairs. -- Patrick Fuliang Shan, Grand Valley State University

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Randall Doyle is professor in the History department at Central Michigan University.

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