Celebrating the 120th anniversary of the Australian Labor Party (ALP)-one of the oldest labor parties in the world and the first to form a government-this short and lively book recounts ALP's history from its origins during the late 19th century through present day. The book details the party's numerous successes in winning government at all levels and its policymaking that has transformed lives, as well as demonstrating how the ALP has attracted an extraordinary range of members, parliamentary representatives, leaders, unionists, activists and, indeed, opponents. The ALP has been a central force in Australia throughout the 20th century, and this concise chronicle tells the story of their triumphs and crises, their colorful characters and famed members, and their evolving aspirations.
- ISBN10 1742240623
- ISBN13 9781742240626
- Publish Date 1 July 2011 (first published 1 January 2011)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint University of New South Wales Press
- Format eBook
- Pages 224
- Language English