Australian Society

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Australian Society
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Keith Hancock
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:274
Dimensions(mm): Height 246,Width 189
ISBN/Barcode 9780521369633
ClassificationsDewey:301.0994
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 26 June 1989
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Commissioned for the Australian Bicentenary by the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia, this 1990 book provides an overview of the structure, nature and trends of Australian society at the time. The 11 essays by leading Australian academics cover issues including families, social security and welfare, education, attitudes and values, population, economy, employment and industrial relations, law, politics, and international relations. Contributors include Brian Crittenden, J. W. Neville, Keith Hancock, James Crawford, and Don Aitkin. Includes notes on contributors, a select bibliography, and an index.