Review of Australia (2008) by Rafer Guzman for Newsday — 25 Nov 2008

Halfway through, Australia veers sharply into Serious Issue mode.

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This review of Australia (2008) was written by Rafer Guzman and published by Newsday on 25 Nov 2008.

Australia has generally received positive reviews.

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