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- ISBN 9781041050940
- Dimensions: 156 x 234mm
- Publication Date: 10 Jun 2026
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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This book is part of a two-part volume on the Liberal Party of Australia edited by Zareh Ghazarian, Matteo Bonotti, and Marija Taflaga. This volume contributes to the understanding of political parties, especially the sub-discipline of Australian politics. Australia remains one of the oldest liberal democracies in the world with a stable party system. It provides an excellent case study to focus on political parties. This book focuses on the Liberal Party, which has been a very successful major party since its creation in 1944.
The book assembles a range of experts to analyse the Liberal Party in contemporary Australia. Central to this volume are discussions about party origins, organisation, structure, and operation. The volume casts a critical eye over the Liberal Party at a time when the Australian party system is under pressure from new and emerging challenges. The book starts a new conversation about the role and impact of parties in liberal democracies. It aims to propel new research and interest in understanding major parties in contemporary society.
This is an essential volume for scholars, researchers, students, and general readers who are seeking an authoritative analysis of right-of-centre political parties and how they impact policy in practice.
Zareh Ghazarian is an Associate Professor of Politics and International Relations at Monash University, Australia. He has published widely in the field of Australian politics and is a leading commentator in national and international media. His teaching and research interests include political parties, public policy, political knowledge, and civics and citizenship education.
Matteo Bonotti is an Associate Professor of Politics and International Relations at Monash University, Australia. His research interests include democratic theory, political liberalism and public reason, linguistic justice, free speech and civility, and food justice.
Marija Taflaga is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Politics and International Relations and the Director of the Center for the Study of Australian Politics. She researches Australian politics in comparison with other Westminster nations and also undertakes research in Australian political history.
