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Brett Whiteley

by Sandra McGrath

An updated edition of the 1979 biography of Australian artist Whiteley, incorporating interviews, personal notes, and his London Times obituary. This edition was withdrawn from sale following a legal dispute.

Accession 19961 ISBN 0207178682 Publisher Angus & Robertson
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