Lost for Words – Australia’s Lost Language in Words and Stories – Hugh Lunn (2006, Softcover)

Author: Hugh Lunn
Publisher: ABC Books for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, Sydney, 2006
Format: Softcover
Pages: 347 p. : ill. ; 24 cm
ISBN: 0733317596 / 9780733317590
Condition: Good – creasing to front cover, light wear to covers
Type of Book: Australian Language / Social History

Summary:
In Lost for Words, acclaimed journalist and author Hugh Lunn takes readers on a nostalgic and humorous journey through Australia’s unique vernacular. With warmth and wit, he captures the sayings, expressions, and turns of phrase that have shaped the nation’s character – from everyday slang to colourful idioms now fading from memory. Illustrated with photographs and anecdotes, this book is both a celebration of Australian identity and a reminder of the words that once defined it.

Why you’ll love this book:
Perfect for lovers of Australian history, linguistics, and humour, this is a delightful read for anyone who cherishes the quirkiness of Aussie English.