Alan J. Whiticker

Alan J. Whiticker is an Australian author, journalist and sports historian with a wide-ranging bibliography. His book Speeches that Changed the World gathers landmark orations from across history, framing the context and impact of each address for modern readers.

A prolific non-fiction writer with dozens of titles on sport, history and popular culture, Whiticker writes with the energy of a veteran newsman. His collections are designed for accessibility, making great speakers' words understandable without requiring a specialist background.