{"title":"Afferbeck Lauder","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the delightfully witty works of \u003cem\u003eAfferbeck Lauder\u003c\/em\u003e, a pseudonym for the ingenious Australian author \u003cem\u003eAlastair Ardoch Morrison\u003c\/em\u003e. Morrison, through his pen name, became widely celebrated for his humorous take on language, particularly focusing on the Australian English dialect known as 'Strine'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this charming collection, you will find the standout book \u003cem\u003eLet Stalk Strine\u003c\/em\u003e, where Lauder playfully deconstructs the Australian vernacular, offering a unique and humorous perspective on everyday conversations. His clever approach to phonetic mimicry and imaginative use of language offers both entertainment and newfound appreciation for linguistic quirks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eAfferbeck Lauder\u003c\/em\u003e series falls under our \u003cstrong\u003eHumour\u003c\/strong\u003e category, offering readers good-humoured insights into the quirks of Australian speech. Whether you're a language enthusiast, a lover of witty writing, or simply in search of a good laugh, this collection promises to entertain and enlighten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the world of Strine and explore how Lauder uses satire to highlight the playful side of language. This collection is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the lighter side of linguistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"strine-by-afferbeck-lauder-9781921922329","title":"Strine","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow's your ebb tide? Do you sign on the dotted lion? Is your tea nature Orpheus Rocker? Who is Charlie Charm Puck in \u003cem\u003eWaltzing Matilda\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere was never any book about Australian speech like \u003cem\u003eStrine\u003c\/em\u003e or about posh British speech like \u003cem\u003eFraffly Well Spoken\u003c\/em\u003e. Here, collected in one volume, are Afferbeck Lauder's groundbreaking studies of Australian speech, \u003cem\u003eLet Stalk Strine\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eNose Tone Unturned\u003c\/em\u003e. Also included are \u003cem\u003eFraffly Well Spoken\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eFraffly Suite\u003c\/em\u003e, Lauder's guides to the strangled dialect of the English upper class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReproduced with Al Terego's original illustrations, these classic books are full of mare chick momence. They are essential reading for air fridge Strines and new Strines alike - indeed, for anyone interested in our wire flife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTiger look and start torgon Strine!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47082647814380,"sku":"9781921922329","price":17.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/7634413482872.jpg?v=1765276190"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/afferbeck-lauder.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}