The Captive Republic: A History of Republicanism in Australia 1788 1996 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521576185)

This first comprehensive history of republican thought and activity in Australia traces debate around an Australian republic from 1788 to the present. It explains the pivotal role played by republican philosophies, both before and after federation, and illustrates the striking similarities between the arguments of both republicans and monarchists in the 1990s and those that existed 150 years ago. Essential reading for all those with an interest in political and intellectual history. It fills a large gap in Australian history and will become the essential work on Australian republicanism.

Author: Mark McKenna
ISBN-10: 0521576180
ISBN-13: 9780521576185
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 12/23/1996
Pages: 352
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.79d