{"title":"Ian Hoskins","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of Ian Hoskins, a renowned historian whose dedication to unravelling the rich tapestry of history is evident in his meticulously researched books. Specialising in Australian and Pacific history, Hoskins brings to life the complex narratives and vibrant cultures of these regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his acclaimed book \u003cem\u003eAustralia \u0026amp; the Pacific\u003c\/em\u003e, Hoskins delves into the intricate histories and connections across the Pacific Ocean, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of its profound impact on Australian identity and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSydney Harbour\u003c\/em\u003e is another must-read, where Hoskins explores the iconic waterway's past, from its geological formation to its pivotal role in Sydney's development. Known for his engaging storytelling and academic rigour, Ian Hoskins provides readers with an enlightening journey through time, making the past accessible and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or a reader eager to learn more about the unique historical landscape of Australia and the Pacific, Ian Hoskins' works are essential additions to your literary collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"australia-the-pacific-by-ian-hoskins-9781742235691","title":"Australia \u0026 the Pacific","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003eShortlisted, NSW Premier's History Awards 2022, Australian History Prize\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinner, Frank Broeze Memorial Maritime History Book Prize 2023\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia's deep past and its modern history are intrinsically linked to the Pacific. In \u003cem\u003eAustralia \u0026amp; the Pacific\u003c\/em\u003e, Ian Hoskins – award-winning author of \u003cem\u003eSydney Harbour\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eCoast\u003c\/em\u003e – expands his gaze to examine Australia's relationship with the Pacific region; from our ties with Papua New Guinea and New Zealand to our complex connections with China, Japan, and the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis revealing, sweeping narrative history begins with the shifting of the continents to the coming of the first Australians and, thousands of years later, the Europeans who dispossessed them. Hoskins explores colonists' attempts to exploit the riches of the region while keeping 'white Australia' separate from neighbouring Asians, Melanesians, and Polynesians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe examines how the advent of modern human rights and the creation of the United Nations after World War Two changed Australia and investigates our increasing regional engagement following the rise of China and the growing unpredictability of US foreign policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConcluding with the offshore detention of asylum seekers and current debates over climate change, Hoskins questions Australia's responsibilities towards our increasingly imperilled neighbours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'A captivating general history of Australia viewed in a Pacific context... Hoskins's meticulously researched and well-crafted account of Australia's place in the Pacific certainly deserves a wide readership.' - Ross Fitzgerald\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Ian Hoskins has written a major book. It is a fundamentally important subject, and is timely, original, fair-minded and accessible... a fascinating history that shows how Australia's relationships with the Pacific have shaped and informed each of our worlds. He reveals the major underlying historiographical and political disputes with subtlety, clarity and power, while always displaying a remarkable fairness of judgement.' - Iain McCalman\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'It is possibly no secret that I have been a passionate campaigner for Australia and especially the Australian media to pay more attention to the island nations to Australia's North and East. 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