This book investigates the evolution and impact of political parties in Australia during a pivotal period of change from 1966 to 1981. James Jupp, a noted historian and political scientist, draws upon extensive archival research and primary source materials to analyze the internal dynamics, electoral strategies, and policy shifts of Australia's major political parties. The work aims to provide a comprehensive account of how these parties shaped and were shaped by the nation's political landscape during these fifteen years.

This work is recognized as a detailed and authoritative account of Australian political party history during a transformative era. Scholars and students of Australian politics have found Jupp's analysis to be thorough, providing essential context for understanding the period. The book is valued for its comprehensive scope and its rigorous examination of the forces that shaped the nation's political parties.