Fair Dinkum!: Aussie Slang

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Australian slang unites the true blue and the dinky-di and separates the cheeky little possums from the happy little Vegemites. In this attractive new pictorial guide, readers will learn to distinguish their drongos from their dropkicks and discover where our unique vernacular comes from.

Discover the connection between bludgers and pimps, drongos and a winless horse. Aussie slang tells us much about our history; in this book are words that have evolved from Indigenous languages, the dialects of the British Isles and the names, catchphrases and peccadillos of Australian celebrities.

Alongside the fascinating etymological information are striking images from the National Library’s vast Pictures Collection — used to great humorous effect in illustrating the slang words and phrases—and commentaries by H.G. Nelson, the man who, together with Rampaging Roy Slaven, brought the world the ‘battered sav’, the ‘hullo boys’ and the 'spinning date’, all gymnastics moves that need little further explanation.

A mix of traditional and modern slang, in a fresh design, this guide will educate and entertain readers, and tickle their funny bones.

(9781922507556)

SKU 9781922507556
Barcode # 9781922507556
Brand National Library of Australia
Artist / Author H.G Nelson
Shipping Weight 0.3000kg
Shipping Width 0.020m
Shipping Height 0.170m
Shipping Length 0.170m
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