Labor, larrikins and The Latham Diaries
BOOK REVIEW
The Latham Diaries
Melbourne University Press
Carlton 2005
Reviewed by Kylie Smith
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Biography
Kylie Smith is a PhD candidate with the school of History and Politics in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Wollongong . Her research is concerned with the connection between the changing nature of work and particular forms of social disorder in the late 19 th and early 20 th century in Sydney. Her thesis suggests that attempts to create a disciplined labour force met with active resistance in the form of larrikins and other forms of social and cultural expression, and that these came under increased police pressure in attempts to criminalise those who would not be disciplined for work. The thesis uses a strong theoretical framework through which to rethink larrikinism and working class culture in Australian history.
Kylie can be contacted at kyliesm@uow.edu.au
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