Changing Track: A New Political Economic Direction for Australia Tapa blanda - 2001

Sydney: Pluto Press, 2000. Paperback small octavo, very good condition, minimal edgewear. 353 pp. By professor of political economy, University of Sydney. Takes a fresh look at the Australian economy and how it has served our society, and shows that there is an alternative to the current emphasis on globalisation, economic rationalism and corporatisation. How the privatisation, deregulation, market rule "experiment" visited upon Australians by government and business ideology has caused more harm than good. Better systems are needed to solve unemployment, stimulate industry, create a fairer tax system, link wages to welfare, and take economic sustainability seriously.

Annandale, NSW: Pluto Press, 2000. Soft cover. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. The front cover has two small damp stains beneath the title, and two matching stains on the front end paper and front paste down, remnants of a dead inect. For the rest, the book is tight, clean and unmarked. "Taking a fresh look at the Australian economy and how it has served our society, this book shows that there is an alternative to the current emphasis on globalisation, economic rationalism and corporate managerialism. It sets out detailed prescriptions for addressing some of the major problems facing Australia today." (Trove) "Frank Stilwell is a well known critic of conventional economics and an advocate of alternative economic strategies which prioritise social justice and economic sustainability. He has taught for over 40 years at the University and twice been awarded the University's Award for Excellence in Teaching." (University of Sydney ) IX, 353 pages, including index.

Sydney & Auckland: Pluto Press, 2001 353 pages. The book is a little worn and foxed. Several copies are available. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown.. Paperback. Very Good. Size E: 8"-9" Tall (203-228mm).

Sydney & Auckland: Pluto Press, 2000 Excellent condition. The title page appears to be signed by the author. 353 pages. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown.. Signed by Author (?). Paperback. Very Good. Size E: 8"-9" Tall (203-228mm).