{"title":"Liam Byrne","description":"\u003cp\u003eLiam Byrne's works delve into the complexities of contemporary politics and social inequality, offering insightful analysis on economic disparities and political movements. His writings challenge readers to reconsider the forces shaping modern society and the distribution of power within it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on \u003cem\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e, Byrne's books provide thought-provoking perspectives for anyone interested in understanding the challenges of wealth inequality and the rise of populist politics in today's world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-inequality-of-wealth-by-liam-byrne-9781804543399","title":"The Inequality of Wealth","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe super-rich have never had it so good. 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Foregrounding the pioneering efforts of women workers, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workers, culturally and linguistically diverse workers, and LGBTIQA+ workers as central to the union story today, Byrne uses case studies of worker action and struggle to better understand the lived reality of unionism, its challenges, and its contribution to Australian life.\n\nNo Power Greater is the compelling story of the acts of rebellion and solidarity that have shaped Australia's past and shows that unions are far from history.","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288672354540,"sku":"9780522879292","price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3927463482374.jpg?v=1770567523"},{"product_id":"the-inequality-of-wealth-by-liam-byrne-9781804543382","title":"The Inequality of Wealth","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe super-rich have never had it so good. 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