Shadows and Realities of Government: An Introduction to the Study of the Organisation of the Administrative Agencies of Government, With Special Reference to New South Wales (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Francis Armand Bland

9780260036735: Shadows and Realities of Government: An Introduction to the Study of the Organisation of the Administrative Agencies of Government, With Special Reference to New South Wales (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0260036730 ISBN 13: 9780260036735

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2020

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Uncover how government really runs—behind the scenes influence, structure, and reform.

This concise introduction examines the administrative side of government, with special focus on New South Wales, to show how public service works, how it is organized, and how it interacts with elected authority. The book highlights the steady, unglamorous work of civil officials and the challenges of keeping administration efficient and responsive to public needs.

This edition surveys the core issues shaping modern public administration. It discusses recruiting and training, the organization of public service, and the relationship between Parliament and the civil service. It also explores reform proposals, arbitration, and the rights and duties of civil servants, offering a grounded view of public service in Australia during the early 20th century. The author writes for students and practitioners alike, aiming to illuminate how administrative actions support or hinder policy.
What you will experience

A clear overview of how the public service is structured and staffed.
Insights into how Parliament and ministers interact with administrative departments.
discussion of reform ideas, arbitration, and governance tools that shape public administration.
A closer look at the departments at work in New South Wales, including major areas like defence, education, health, and public works.

Ideal for readers of public administration, government studies, and Australian political history who want a practical, high-level view of how government agencies operate and how reform ideas take shape.

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