Contemporary Politics in Australia : Theories, Practices and Issues - Rodney Smith

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Contemporary Politics in Australia

Theories, Practices and Issues

By: Rodney Smith (Editor), Ariadne Vromen (Editor), Ian Cook (Editor)

Paperback | 2 February 2012 | Edition Number 1

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Contemporary Politics in Australia provides a lively and wide-ranging introduction to the study of Australian politics. Written by a diverse range of experts, the book offers a comprehensive overview of current theories, debates and research in Australian political science and looks forward to new developments. It encompasses not only formal and institutionally based politics, but also the informal politics of everyday life, including the politics of Australian culture and media.

The book is divided into six key sections that cover:
  • political theory
  • politics in everyday Australian life
  • elections
  • participation and representation
  • the Australian state
  • contemporary political and public policy issues
Contemporary Politics in Australia challenges the assumption that the study of Australian politics can be dry, descriptive or uncontroversial. Rather, it encourages an understanding of politics in Australia as contested ground. Featuring a glossary of key terms and a companion website, it is essential reading for students.

Features:
  • Provides a comprehensive coverage of Australian politics, including an in-depth exploration of political theories and how these connect with current issues and debates
  • Written by a diverse range of experts from around Australia
  • Covers the 'politics in everyday Australian life', including cultural and media politics, as well as 'formal' politics
About the Authors

Editors

Rodney Smith, University of Sydney
Ariadne Vromen, University of Sydney
Ian Cook, Murdoch University, Western Australia

Contributors

Adrian Little, Allan McConnell, Rodney Smith, Ian Cook, Simon Tormey, Bob Howard, Diarmuid Maguire, Shaun Wilson, Kerstin Hermes, Kathy Edwards, Peter Chen, Catriona Elder, Norm Kelly, Nick Economou, Stephen Mills, Ben Spies-Butcher, Anika Gauja, Darren Halpin, Carolyn Hendriks, Ariadne Vromen, John Uhr, Norman Abjorensen, Paul Strangio, Maria Maley, Anne Tiernan, Katherine Gelber, Marcus Haward, Louise Chappell, Suzanne Jamieson, Tim Battin, Toby Fattore, Brendan Gleeson, Wendy Steele, Virginia Watson, Amanda Elliot, Jancie Dudley, Maryanne Kelton

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