Historical information

The author seeks to broaden the reader's understanding of unions.

Section titles:

-Historical and Theoretical Context
-Organisation and Practice
-Issues and Policy
-Future Context and Perspective

Significance

Significant to understanding the role and history of trade unions in Australia and workplace relations. Therefore directly relevant to the modus operandi of Ballarat Trades Hall.

Physical description

Book; paper.

Inscriptions & markings

Both copies - Cover: editors' names and title.
2nd edition - Title page: in blue ink, "D.J. Spiers, Ballaarat CAE, July 1989".