Exploring the intersection of Australian art and Aboriginal culture, the book reveals a complex dialogue that has persisted since settlement, often hidden beneath the surface. McLean contends that the colonizing culture has engaged more deeply with indigenous elements than it acknowledges. By examining artists and their works within their cultural contexts and contemporary theoretical frameworks, the author sheds light on the ongoing struggle for identity in Australia.
"This book is the first comprehensive account of how Australia attained the world's highest living standards within a few decades of European settlement, and how the nation has sustained an enviable level of income to the present. Beginning with the Aboriginal economy at the end of the eighteenth century, Ian McLean argues that Australia's remarkable prosperity across nearly two centuries was reached and maintained by several shifting factors. These included imperial policies, favorable demographic characteristics, natural resource abundance, institutional adaptability and innovation, and growth-enhancing policy responses to major economic shocks, such as war, depression, and resource discoveries. Natural resource abundance in Australia played a prominent role in some periods and faded during others, but overall, and contrary to the conventional view of economists, it was a blessing rather than a curse. McLean shows that Australia's location was not a hindrance when the international economy was centered in the North Atlantic, and became a positive influence following Asia's modernization. Participation in the world trading system, when it flourished, brought significant benefits, and during the interwar period when it did not, Australia's protection of domestic manufacturing did not significantly stall growth. McLean also considers how the country's notorious origins as a convict settlement positively influenced early productivity levels, and how British imperial policies enhanced prosperity during the colonial period. He looks at Australia's recent resource-based prosperity in historical perspective, and reveals striking elements of continuity that have underpinned the evolution of the country's economy since the nineteenth century."--Jacket
Exploring the training and thought processes of Renaissance doctors, the book delves into how they interpreted medical evidence for diagnoses and prognoses. It examines the educational framework that shaped medical studies, focusing on university arts courses and their impact on medical knowledge. Key themes include the concepts of nature, health, and disease, as well as the role of logic and semiotics in medicine. The author concludes with an analysis of how Renaissance medicine relates to the emerging science of the seventeenth century, providing a comprehensive understanding of this pivotal era.
How did Australian art become the most successful indigenous form in the world? Finely illustrated, and now available in paperback, this full historical account makes you question everything you were taught about contemporary art.
The book explores the rich landscape of interpretation and meaning in Renaissance jurisprudence, challenging the notion that Renaissance thinkers lacked a general theory of language. It delves into how shared assumptions about meaning influenced legal institutions and pedagogical practices, and examines the prevalent theories within the legal profession. Key topics include the authority of interpreters, signification, and alternative strategies for interpretation. The analysis is anchored in the context of defamation, linking Renaissance approaches to modern semantics and philosophical inquiries.
A major new account of Australian art, from colonial to national.
This official Microsoft study guide helps the reader prepare for the skills measured by MCITP Exam 70-646. Readers can work at their own pace through a series of lessons and reviews that cover each exam objective. Real-world case scenarios and practice exercises are included.
Focusing on the latest developments in TCP/IP, this comprehensive guide offers in-depth coverage of the TCP/IP Protocol Suite, including tools, utilities, and client services. It explores the integration of Active Directory with TCP/IP, recent enhancements, and the new Dynamic Domain Name Service. Written in the accessible Black Book format, it provides practical solutions for everyday tasks related to TCP/IP configuration and implementation, making it an essential resource for users seeking immediate answers.
Exploring the vibrant discourse on interpretation during the Renaissance, this book delves into the theories of meaning within jurisprudence and their connections to legal institutions and pedagogy. It examines how these theories evolved from medieval traditions and their relevance to modern interpretative practices, addressing key concepts such as authority, signification, and performative language. Through the lens of defamation, it investigates the interplay between grammar, dialectics, and rhetoric, highlighting the era's rich debates on legal and philosophical interpretation.