{"title":"Verity Burgmann","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful works of Verity Burgmann, an esteemed author and scholar known for her contributions to the field of history and political studies. Burgmann's works delve into the intricate dynamics of social movements and political change, offering readers a detailed exploration of historical events that have shaped societies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her acclaimed books is \u003cem\u003eGreen Bans, Red Union\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling account of the remarkable alliance between construction workers and environmental activists in Australia during the 1970s. This book provides a powerful narrative of how grassroots activism can influence urban development and labour rights, making it a must-read for those interested in history, social justice, and the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBurgmann's engaging storytelling and meticulous research make her books an invaluable resource for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. Explore her collection to gain a deeper understanding of the pivotal moments in history that continue to resonate today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"green-bans-red-union-by-verity-burgmann-9781742235400","title":"Green Bans, Red Union","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRevised edition of a landmark book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the height of the building boom in the 1970s, a remarkable campaign stopped billions of dollars worth of indiscriminate development that was turning Australian cities into concrete jungles. Enraging employers and politicians but delighting many in the wider community, the members of the NSW Builders Labourers' Federation risked their jobs to preserve buildings, bush, and parkland. The direct impact of this green bans movement can be seen all over Sydney.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreen Bans, Red Union\u003c\/em\u003e documents the development of a union that took a stand. Apart from the green bans movement, union members also used industrial power to defend women's rights, gay rights, and indigenous rights. In telling the colourful story that inspired many environmentalists and ordinary citizens and gave the word 'green' an entirely new meaning, Meredith Burgmann and Verity Burgmann open a window on a period when Australian workers led the world in innovative and stunningly effective forms of environmental protest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA new introduction reconsiders the impact of the now-iconic green bans movement at a time when workers' organisations around the world are looking to fight back against overdevelopment and global warming more strongly than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'The definitive account of the glory days of the NSW Builders Labourers' Federation and the green bans.' – Australian Society for the Study of Labour History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'The authors throw abundant light on the diverse aspects of the revolutionary direction taken by the NSW BLF in these years.' – \u003cem\u003eRebel Worker\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849212055788,"sku":"9781742235400","price":94.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8255683482808.jpg?v=1759028341"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/verity-burgmann.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}