Wharfies: A History of the Waterside Workers' Federation by Margo Beasley

The book traces the turbulent story of the wharfies' union up to its amalgamation with the Seamen's Union in 1993, when it became the Maritime Union of Australia.

Political intrigue, shameless exploitation and breathtaking feats of strength make this book a must read. Born out of shocking working and livin g conditions last century, the WWF quickly become one of the country's most powerful unions. Margo Beasley's book makes sense of conflicting folklore and traces the role the wharfies' union played in winning a better way of life for Australian workers.

Marvellous historical photos complement a fascinating text.

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Other Bookworms articles:

• Political Theatre in Brisbane
• Life on the Waterfront
• Politics in the Union
• History of Melbourne's Waterfront
• Seamen's Union
• Under the Hook
• 100 years on the Freemantle Waterfront
• War on the Waterfront
• History of Waterside Workers'Federation

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