Author: John McMillan
Number Of Pages: 437
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Release Date: 01-04-1983
Details: Written for the intelligent layman... a reflective guide concerning important debates.' Mr Justice Michael Kirby The Australian'. A book that canvasses all the arguments for and against various proposals for constitutional reform in a form which makes them readily understandable and accessible to Australians interested in their Constitution... seems certain to become the definitive book in the current debate over the Constitution. 'Geoffrey Barker The Age. Australia's Constitution is designed to be a working document, as comprehensive as possible, to be used and referred to by those interested in the past, present and future of the constitution. It provides a straightforward introduction to the nature and many functions of the Constitution and lucidly demonstrates its crucial role in the political, social and economic life of this country. John McMillan teaches law at the Australian National University. Senator Gareth Evans Q.C. is the Federal Minister for Resources and Energy and was previously Attorney-General. Haddon Storey Q.C. is Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Victorian Legislative Council. From 1976 - 1982 he was Attorney General and Minister for Federal Affairs.
EAN: 9780868610399
Item Condition: UsedVeryGood