{"title":"Alan Kohler","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the insightful works of Alan Kohler, a distinguished author known for his incisive analysis and engaging writing style. With a focus on \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e, Kohler’s books delve deeply into the intricacies of economic and political landscapes, offering readers a nuanced understanding of complex global issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKohler's critically acclaimed book, \u003cem\u003eThe Great Divide\u003c\/em\u003e, examines the striking economic disparities in modern society and their far-reaching impacts on both local and global scales. Through clear prose and compelling arguments, Kohler provides readers with a fresh perspective on the challenges and opportunities that these divisions present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for both avid followers of current affairs and newcomers to the subject, Alan Kohler's works are a valuable resource for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of the current political and economic climate. His insightful narratives make complex topics accessible and enjoyable, fostering a deeper engagement with contemporary challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the world through Alan Kohler’s eyes and gain valuable insights into the forces shaping our world today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-great-divide-by-alan-kohler-9781760645373","title":"The Great Divide","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Great Divide\u003c\/em\u003e by Alan Kohler explores Australia's housing crisis through the lens of one of the country's most trusted financial journalists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'One of the best long reads on housing and possible solutions that you can come across'\u003c\/em\u003e - Rafael Epstein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an updated and expanded edition of the bestselling Quarterly Essay. It delves into one of the great mysteries of Australian life: how a land of sweeping plains, with one of the lowest population densities on the planet, faces a shortage of land for houses. Consequently, Sydney becomes the second most expensive place to buy a house globally, just after Hong Kong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rapid increase in house prices has significantly impacted Australian society. It has heightened inequality and profoundly changed the generational relationship between those who own a house and those who do not. This has resulted in a rental crisis, a scarcity of public housing, and a mortgage crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe troubles began seriously at the start of the twenty-first century with a substantial, permanent rise in housing prices. In this insightful, clarifying, and forward-looking book, Alan Kohler narrates the story of how this situation developed and suggests potential solutions for recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis new edition includes additional material on homelessness, the extent to which house prices in each city should decrease to become affordable, and insights drawn from international experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'A timely contribution from a master communicator'\u003c\/em\u003e - Cameron Murray, Crikey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46553661997292,"sku":"9781760645373","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23840673482814.jpg?v=1750077864"},{"product_id":"the-great-divide-by-alan-kohler-9781760644239","title":"The Great Divide","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat caused Australia's housing crisis - and how we might fix it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the great mysteries of Australian life is that a land of sweeping plains, with one of the lowest population densities on the planet, has a shortage of land for houses. As a result, Sydney is the second most expensive place to buy a house on Earth, after Hong Kong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe escalation in house prices is a pain that has altered Australian society; it has increased inequality and profoundly changed the relationship between generations - between those who have a house and those who don't. It has caused a rental crisis, a dearth of public housing and a mortgage crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThings went seriously wrong at the start of the twenty-first century, when there was a huge and permanent rise in the price of housing. In this crisp, clarifying and forward-looking essay, Alan Kohler tells the story of how we got into this mess - and how we might get out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe growth in the value of Australian land has fundamentally changed society, in two ways. First, generations of young Australians are being held back financially by the cost of shelter, especially if they live somewhere near a CBD and especially in Sydney or Melbourne; and second, the way wealth is generated has changed. Education and hard work are no longer the main determinants of how wealthy you are; now it comes down to where you live and what sort of house you inherit from your parents. It means Australia is less of an egalitarian meritocracy.\u003c\/em\u003e -- Alan Kohler, \u003cem\u003eThe Great Divide\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCorrespondence to Quarterly Essay 91 \u003cem\u003eLIFEBOAT\u003c\/em\u003e from Bill Shorten, Monique Ryan, Sam Drummond, Rhonda Galbally, Sam Bennett, Robbi Williams, Carly Findlay, and Micheline Lee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46553662619884,"sku":"9781760644239","price":59.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23829333482814.jpg?v=1750077870"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/alan-kohler.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}