This work investigates the volatile economic and social forces that fueled the Australian mining boom of the late 20th century. Trevor Sykes, a veteran financial journalist, utilizes his extensive experience in tracking market trends and corporate maneuvers to document the rapid expansion of the mining sector. The book provides a detailed analysis of the speculative frenzy, the key corporate players involved, and the subsequent market corrections that defined this era of Australian industrial history.

The text provides a dense, journalistic account of the financial mechanics behind the Australian mining sector during a period of significant growth. It serves as a specialized historical record for readers interested in the intersection of corporate finance and industrial development.