Last Bets is a personal and analytical exploration of gambling in Australia: the past and present of gambling in all its major forms and explore the impact of gambling on Australian society. From racetracks and the Tote, to lotteries, gaming machines, football clubs and casinos, gambling is one of the most distinctive aspects of Australian life. It is woven into the social fabric of our country, and has developed an insidious symbiosis with both the cultural and financial well-being of the nation.
By:
Michaela McGuire Imprint: MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY PRES Country of Publication: Australia Dimensions:
Height: 200mm,
Width: 131mm,
Spine: 16mm
Weight: 214g ISBN:9780522862393 ISBN 10: 052286239X Pages: 192 Publication Date:02 June 2014 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Michaela McGuire is a columnist for the Sunday Age and writes a blog called Swings and Roundabouts. Originally from Brisbane, she now lives in Melbourne. This is her first book.