Collection of extracts from 70 speeches made by Sir William Deane while Governor General of Australia (1996-2001). Themes covered include national identity, reconciling diverse peoples, promoting multiculturalism, seeking solidarity with the marginalised, nurturing our youth, and being hopeful despite tragedy. Foreword by Sir Gerard Brennan, Former Chief Justice of the High Court of Australia. Sources are indicated for each extract, and a biographical note and index are also included. Sir Deane was born in Melbourne in 1931, educated in Sydney and studied law, being called to the bar in 1957. In 1982 he was appointed as Justice of the High Court of Australia. He has always been an advocate for the poor and underprivileged and for nurturing the nation's identity.