This analysis of contemporary Australian society examines issues such as egalitarianism, job security, the impact of new technology, leadership, marriage and the family, nostalgia, race relations, xenophobia, sexual relations and spirituality. Includes references and index. Author is a social researcher who writes for 'The Age', 'The Sydney Morning Herald' and 'The West Australian'. His other publications include 'Reinventing Australia', 'The Spin', 'The Good Listener' and 'Generations'.