The Bogan Bible by Pauly Fenech

by Catherine Van Bergen (follow)

Non fiction (105)      Humour (83)      Australian (42)     

Chances are that if you have grown up in Australia, you are 99% likely to have met a bogan, seen a bogan, or even been classed as a bogan.

Known for their over-patriotic attitudes, and anti-authoritarian stances, these mullet, ugg-boot and flannelette-sporting Australians can be found in every corner of the country (usually in the lower socio-economic areas), and are iconic members of Australia’s populace.

So it is fitting that Pauly Fenech- best known as the creator of SBS’s Fat Pizza, Housos, and Bogan Hunters- has put together a ‘bible’ that salutes these outrageous Australian characters that we all know and love.

Considered an expert in the field- most of the characters in his shows are, of course, bogans- Pauly gives a detailed account of just what makes a bogan. Opening with an introduction that defines the term ‘bogan’, he then lists all of the essential qualities that ensure a person’s boganicity, including appearance, pets, language and inventions specific to the tastes of a true bogan. He highlights the Bogan Ten Commandments (a set of guidelines that all bogans should follow for a peaceful existence), and lists relevant celebrity icons and landmarks.

Everything is covered in this book- he even features an ‘employment’ guide, and a model for selecting baby names. If, after reading through this book, you are unsure of just how bogan you are (or if you are in denial) there is a handy quiz at the back to help you determine just how much you embrace the bogan culture. You may be surprised at the results.

This is a fun, sometimes slightly-offensive look at the histories and mysteries of bogan culture, created by the world’s foremost Boganologist- and obviously the best man for the job. If you know a bogan, or are a fan of Pauly Fenech and his brand of humour, then you are sure to love this latest offering from him and his crew.


Rating: 4/5
Published: November 2017

#Non Fiction
#Humour
#Australian

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