Rooted: An Australian History of Bad Language

By Amanda Laugesen

A colorful tour of Australian bad language and its cultural impact.

Amanda Laugesen, Chief Editor of the Australian National Dictionary, explores the engrossing social history of Australia through its bad language. From convict curses to contemporary hip-hop, discover how offensive words have reflected and shaped Australian culture and identity. This bloody beauty of a social history reveals the power of language to defy authority, liberate, and subvert, while also oppressing and punishing.

Understand the evolution of Australian slang and swear words.Explore the social and cultural forces that have shaped our language.Discover the unique dimensions of Australian English.

Perfect for readers interested in linguistics, Australian history, and cultural studies.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1742236634
• ISBN13: 9781742236636
• Release Date: February 2021
• Publisher: NewSouth Books
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"