Keywords in Australian Politics

Keywords in Australian Politics
ISBN-10
1139455443
ISBN-13
9781139455442
Category
Political Science
Language
English
Published
2006-10-16
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Authors
Ian Cook, Rodney Smith, Ariadne Vromen

Description

Keywords in Australian Politics is much more than a dictionary. It outlines the main meanings of over one hundred words essential to understanding contemporary Australian politics. Political language is often used without explanation in the media, public debate, textbooks and lectures. Here at last is a book that provides Australians with the necessary information to use these terms with confidence in public discussion and debate, from the dinner party to the end-of-semester essay. This book defines each keyword, highlights links between different keywords, outlines the main debates concerning each keyword and indicates how they came to be part of Australian political language. Although the book is arranged alphabetically, systematic cross-referencing allows readers to follow their own trails of enquiry. This book is essential reading for everyone who wants to understand Australian political culture and ideas.

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