Full Description
This title presents the new series covering the history of Australian English language and culture. It is a guide to Australian slang, jargon and humour, including common misunderstandings, humorous and quirky expressions. It teaches how to speak like a local; helps discover Australian English's place in contemporary society; and includes terms for food and drink, and sports and entertainment. It features a comprehensive Aboriginal section and terminology index, and a useful and easy-to-use lexicon index.
