{"title":"Steven Hamilton","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Steven Hamilton, a distinguished author who delves into complex societal topics with clarity and insight. Known for his ability to unravel the intricacies of pressing global issues, Hamilton provides readers with an educational journey through his meticulously researched works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in his collection is \u003cem\u003eAustralia's Pandemic Exceptionalism\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling exploration of the country's unique response to global health challenges. This book, nestled under the Health \u0026amp; Wellness category, offers a deep dive into the policies and strategies that positioned Australia in a distinctive light during critical times, making it a must-read for anyone interested in understanding pandemic management from a forward-thinking perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSteven Hamilton's works are not just informative; they are written in a conversational tone that makes complex subjects accessible to all readers. His ability to blend scholarly insight with engaging storytelling ensures that his books are not only enlightening but also enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a healthcare professional, policy enthusiast, or simply someone interested in contemporary societal dynamics, Steven Hamilton's collection offers valuable perspectives and thought-provoking content that will expand your understanding and provoke meaningful discussions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"australias-pandemic-exceptionalism-by-steven-hamilton-9781761170133","title":"Australia's Pandemic Exceptionalism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn many ways, Australia handled the COVID-19 pandemic as well as any country in the world, but what did we get wrong?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia's economic policy response to the pandemic was as effective as any other country's, and dramatically better than most. Was this inevitable? Was it luck? Was it the product of great institutions? Or a few talented individuals?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConversely, Australia's public health response was far more mixed and disastrous in parts. While we bounded out of the blocks at the start, grave failings on vaccines and testing meant we stumbled, escaping the pandemic many months later than other countries and plunging us into unnecessary lockdowns. Lives were lost and livelihoods were harmed as a result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eAustralia's Pandemic Exceptionalism\u003c\/i\u003e, internationally acclaimed economists Steven Hamilton and Richard Holden assess Australia's public health and economic responses to the pandemic. By analysing Australia's many successes and shocking failures, they offer crucial lessons for future crises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"This book pulls no punches on the good, the bad and the baffling in Australia's response to the pandemic. Hamilton and Holden deliver a vital independent assessment of the hard decisions made and the powerful lessons that should be learnt from this extraordinary period.\" — David Speers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"This is a book for our times, a compelling substantiation of the case for nurturing state capacity, and a powerful exposition of both the benefits and essential elements of timely, high-quality decision-making in periods of heightened uncertainty.\" — Dr Ken Henry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Holden and Hamilton deliver a sobering account of the duality in Australia's pandemic experience—near perfect crisis decision-making in the heat of the moment, followed by a notable lack of forethought as the pandemic unfolded. In terms all Australians would understand, we played a blinder in the first half, had an awful third quarter, and limped over the line in front.\" — Dr Nick Coatsworth\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"An important contribution to the literature of Covid-19 post-mortems.\" — Johanna Leggatt, \u003ci\u003eAustralian Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47076127244524,"sku":"9781761170133","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1002483482815.jpg?v=1765191823"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/steven-hamilton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}