"Scott Hargreaves is a polemical warrior with a fine sense of the importance of history in general and Western Civilisation in particular. The Australian Achievement and its Opponents is a controversial work and, as such, makes a valuable contribution to the public debate." - Gerard Henderson, author, columnist, political commentator and is the executive director of The Sydney Institute.

Australia is a remarkable country with immense potential, yet it grapples with numerous external and internal challenges. In a series of essays spanning over two decades, the author emphasizes that we will never fully realize this potential unless we acknowledge the intrinsic value of the "Australian Achievement" and the civilisation that underpins it. Moreover, a clear understanding of the motivations of its adversaries and the fundamental flaws in their worldview is essential for progress.

"Books of essays are rare these days, particularly ones that cover such a broad canvass as the ones written by Scott Hargreaves. From climate and energy to culture and society, from history to Australia on the world stage, this book provides lively commentary on issues that are important for us all. The author refuses to talk down the Australian Project while grappling with opposing arguments to his preferred positions. Recommended reading." - Judith Sloan, Contributing Economics Editor, The Australian, and Spectator columnist

"Scott leads an organisation that defends free speech and takes a brave stand against the elites who want to control every facet of our lives and trample our ancient rights. In this book you will find brilliant insights and ideas on the problems we face and how we might reclaim our freedoms." - Brendan O'Neill, author and chief political writer for Spiked Online.

Scott Hargreaves is Executive Director of the Institute of Public Affairs; an independent think tank whose research is grounded in the principles of freedom and consideration for the Australian Way of Life. He joined the IPA staff after a career as an adviser to Governments and in the private sector.