Books by Amanda Laugesen

Letting rip with a choice swear word or two has long been a very Aussie thing to do. From the defiant curses of the convicts and bullock drivers to the humour of Kath and Kim, Amanda Laugesen takes us on a fascinating journey through the history of Australia's bad language to reveal Australians preoccupations and concerns.

Gloalizing the Library focuses on the globalization of information and the library in the period following World War Two. Providing an examination of the ideas and aspirations surrounding information and the library.

Suitable for those seeking an understanding of what makes soldiers endure war, and how they cope with prolonged periods of inaction, this title explores the issue of military boredom and investigates how soldiers spent their time when not engaged in battle, work or training through a study of their creative, imaginative and intellectual lives.