Jim McKay Knihy

The exploration of the Anzac myth reveals a multifaceted emotional journey for tourists visiting Gallipoli, characterized by a blend of sadness, humility, anger, pride, and empathy. It critiques the simplistic view of Anzac commemoration as merely nationalistic, instead highlighting how global tourism and remembrance shape these complex feelings. Through detailed testimonies from Australian and New Zealand travelers, the author provides a nuanced understanding of the cultural politics surrounding the Anzac narrative, contributing significantly to ongoing cultural discussions.

The book explores the intersection of gender, sexuality, and power in sports, specifically focusing on the implementation of affirmative action programs for women in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Through in-depth interviews with over one hundred managers, it reveals how these initiatives are often marginalized or trivialized within the dominant corporate and masculinist cultures of sports organizations, media, and government. The analysis is enriched with vivid examples from popular press, highlighting the challenges faced in promoting gender equity in sports.

This book spans an array of contemporary topics and issues not normally tackled by a single writer – the media, genetic engineering, fast food, environmental pollution, climate change, economic inequality, political manipulations, sports, and religion.

Is democracy a force for good or something much more dangerous?