This work assesses the social, economic, political and cultural relationship between Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The book traces the movements of the "Jack" - the Union Jack, which represents the symbolic tie between "home" and the outer reaches of the empire - from flags to Doc Martens and fashion to food packaging. While much rhetoric emerges of Australia's place in Asia and New Zealand's role in the Pacific, this book investigates the far more complex histories that encircle the region. It is not only, ...
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This work assesses the social, economic, political and cultural relationship between Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. The book traces the movements of the "Jack" - the Union Jack, which represents the symbolic tie between "home" and the outer reaches of the empire - from flags to Doc Martens and fashion to food packaging. While much rhetoric emerges of Australia's place in Asia and New Zealand's role in the Pacific, this book investigates the far more complex histories that encircle the region. It is not only, or even primarily, an investigation of social systems or policy concerns. Instead, it offers a coherent cultural studies and cultural history text.
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Very Good in None Issued jacket. 214 pages. Book is in Very good condition throughout. The only exception is a small inscription to the inside page. A Retracing Of The Antipodes.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Clean from markings In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 450grams, ISBN: 9780868406992.