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'The sheer complexity of modern government means that many citizens are uneasy about concepts that political insiders and journalists take for granted. A Dictionary of Australian Politics is a valuable guide to clearing a path through the jungle.' - Barry Jones From barbecue-stopper' to 'washminster', from 'chardonnay socialist' to 'xenophobia', A Dictionary of Australian Politics is a comprehensive and lively guide to Australian political language. With handy 'quick grab' definitions, it is supported by in-depth explanations of the history and usage of important terms. For anyone interested in politics, this is an authoritative and entertaining reference. It is uniquely Australian, bringing together a range of political terms and expressions that over time have entered the vernacular. It also includes international terms which are essential to political discussion.
Includes a guide to the apparatus of government in Australia, political institutions, parties, pressure groups, politicians, electorial systems and political theory. Includes appendixes in tabular form that include Australian federal election dates and results, a chronology of federal parliament, and names and dates of Prime Ministers and Opposition Leaders since federation.
Textbook designed for students about to enter the formal study of politics and for members of the general public who have an interest in Australian political life. The author has attempted to make the dictionary both compact and comprehensive and has tried to focus on information which has contemporary relevance. Contains appendices.
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