{"title":"Alan Ramsey","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Alan Ramsey collection, where you'll find an insightful array of books focused on politics and current affairs. Known for his incisive commentary and deep dives into the world of Australian politics, Alan Ramsey provides readers with a clear lens into the intricacies of governmental and societal dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne notable work, \u003cem\u003eThe Way They Were\u003c\/em\u003e, showcases Ramsey's sharp analytical skills and his ability to capture the essence of pivotal moments in political history. His writings don't just relay facts; they provide context and interpretation that enlighten and engross.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a political enthusiast or a casual reader looking to understand more about the inner workings of politics, Alan Ramsey's works offer a valuable and engaging perspective. Explore the collection to discover thoughtful and comprehensive insights into political affairs, crafted with expertise and passion.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-way-they-were-by-alan-ramsey-9781742232713","title":"The Way They Were","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many years, reading Alan Ramsey's vitriolic, vindictive but always entertaining and insightful pieces in the \u003ci\u003eSydney Morning Herald\u003c\/i\u003e was a standard feature of Saturday mornings for many Australians. He may have disappeared from our Saturday papers, but he certainly hasn't been forgotten—by those who applauded his opinions, those who were enraged by them, and by the politicians he wrote about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom mid-1987 to the end of 2008, no one had greater access to our national parliament and politicians than Alan Ramsey. From the granite quarry of national politics in Canberra, Ramsey wrote 2,273 columns for the \u003ci\u003eSydney Morning Herald\u003c\/i\u003e. This collection of his best reveals how twenty-five years of national leadership by Bob Hawke, Paul Keating and John Howard changed Australia forever, as the Labor Party stopped being the Labor Party and became just another meaningless political label like the Liberal Party.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt also includes a new essay, reflecting on the tumultuous political events of 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46851642097900,"sku":"9781742232713","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8228813482808.jpg?v=1759114649"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/alan-ramsey.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}