So Greek: Confessions of a Conservative Leftie / Niki Savva

Telling the story of Greek émigré Niki Savva, this emotional and humorous memoir provides an in-depth look into the lives of Australia’s journalists and politicians. Having survived the challenges of growing up in Melbourne’s working-class suburbs as a migrant woman, Savva becomes a successful political journalist at the Australian and a member of the Canberra Press Gallery, heading the bureaus for both the Age and the Melbourne Heraldand working with major political players, including Treasurer Peter Costello and Prime Minister John Howard. From a media and political insider’s perspective, this fascinating account spans countries, cultures, careers, and, ultimately, political convictions.