The Forgotten People : Updated

History Politics & Current Affairs

Paul Ritchie’s updated textbook The Forgotten People brings fresh urgency to Australian political philosophy, tracing how marginalized voices have shaped—and been sidelined by—the nation’s civic story. Connor Court’s 2018 trade paperback runs a compact 280 pages, light enough for seminar bags yet sturdy for reference shelves.

Inside, Ritchie blends historical narrative with sharp political analysis, focusing on Australia and Oceania while tackling broader questions of identity, representation, and memory. An illustrator’s contributions add visual context, making dense theory approachable for students of history, politics, and cultural studies alike.

This copy arrives in very good condition: crisp, unmarked pages free of notes or dog-ears, ready for highlighting or reselling at term’s end. At 8.3 × 5.8 inches it slips easily into backpacks, and at under 12 oz it won’t weigh down commuters.

Collectors and readers hunting for a gently-used, updated edition of The Forgotten People will appreciate the clean, tight binding and bright interior—perfect for deepening your grasp of Australian political thought without the wait for a new print run.