Books published by UNSW Press

An examination of the complex interrelationships between human culture and nature, this study covers the period from the beginning of agriculture right up to the present day. Focusing on issues relating to human health and well-being and the state of our natural environment, Boyden draws some key conclusions critical to the future of humanity.

Provides a history of prostitution in Australia from before European colonisation, and situates this history within an international context of labour migration and policy formation. This work draws on archival research and interviews to chart the ways in which prostitution contributed to women's economic survival and to colonisation.

Reveals the untold story of the people who struggled to get asylum seekers out of detention and change government policy. Some like Petro Georgiou, Julian Burnside and Phillip Ruddock, are very well known. Others are not as famous but felt compelled to follow their consciences.

Identifies the faultlines and tensions that exist within the contemporary Anglican Church. Helps Anglicans understand their own complex religious institution and illuminate it for outsiders as well.