Library, Bodleian
Instructions for American Servicemen in Australia, 1942 (Instructions for Servicemen)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781851243952
- author:
- Library, Bodleian
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- The Bodleian Library
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 100 mm X 155 mm
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Instructions for American Servicemen in Australia, 1942, provides a concise overview of the island nation, covering its cultural facts, language, and customs. The pamphlet offers a humorous and informative look at Australian slang, musical traditions, sports, politics, and attitudes toward Yanks and Brits.
Published in 1942, this pocket guide was designed to help American soldiers navigate the distinctly different Aussie culture, despite the country feeling more familiar than many of their assignments abroad. With its pithy notes and amusing passages, the book offers a unique insight into the nation's history, wildlife, and people.
Part of the Bodleian Library's collection, this illustrated edition is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Australian history and culture. With its 54 pages and hardcover binding, the book is a compact and informative guide to the land Down Under.
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