{"product_id":"art-and-politics-government-and-the-arts-in-australia-a-historical-and-critical-analysis-9781032040721","title":"Art and Politics: Government and the Arts in Australia: A Historical and Critical Analysis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAustralian governments have been engaged with arts and culture since European settlement, with changing understandings of culture and Indigenous Culture receiving special attention. Governments have censored arts practice and intervened directly, and different approaches to the arts have been taken. The recent pandemic has impacted the arts sector, and research reports about the relationship between the arts and government are noted. Governments could address issues such as a more sustainable cultural policy in the future. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 250 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 03 November 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince the arrival of European settlers, Australian governments at all levels have been deeply involved in various forms of arts and culture. This engagement has been meticulously documented and critically analyzed, offering a comprehensive historical and critical perspective. The book explores the evolving understandings of culture and the profound significance of Indigenous culture to Australia. While the primary focus lies on the engagement of the Federal Government, it also acknowledges the involvement of state and local governments. Additionally, it delves into the censorship of arts practices by governments and the direct interventions of politicians in artistic endeavors. Different approaches taken by governments toward.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVarious research reports about the arts sector and its relationship with government are also noted. Finally, the book concludes with a discussion about potential issues that governments could address in the future to ensure a more sustainable Australian arts sector.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is of immense interest to scholars specializing in contemporary arts, arts management, cultural history, public policy, and cultural policy. It will also appeal to bureaucrats and politicians seeking to gain insights into the complex dynamics between the arts and government.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 480g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781032040721\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Josephine Caust","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44770907193594,"sku":"9781032040721","price":33.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/noImage_1_a6437bba-d56d-4747-b59c-e0376a487938.jpg?v=1699977799","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/art-and-politics-government-and-the-arts-in-australia-a-historical-and-critical-analysis-9781032040721","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}