Flag and Nation: Australians and Their National Flags Since 1901

For too long Australians have lacked an authoritative text that explains their division over the national flag, especially the Union Jack which it honours. Flag and Nation reveals by examining a wide range of evidence, including many illustrations, the politics of patriotism behind Australians' continuing transition from British to Australian national symbols since 1901. It presents a hot topic stoked with controversy (e.g. after race riots in Cronulla in December 2005 paraded the Australian flag as an icon of exclusion). Its readily accessible text and full-colour lavish illustrations will appeal to a wide range of readers, including students of Australian History, Australian Studies, Civics and Citizenship Education, History of Education.