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Nik Cohn
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Number of Pages
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Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This non-fiction history book explores the rise of rock, tracing its pulse from the early days of rock and roll to the electric, boundary-pushing scenes of the late 1960s. Its central theme is how a new music form reflected and fueled cultural energy, youth culture, and social change. Written for curious readers and music lovers, it offers an energetic, candid, and insightful look at a defining era.
The content is presented as a vivid, narrative-driven exploration with sharp cultural analysis. It blends concrete descriptions of performances and studio innovations with thoughtful context about how fans, critics, and industry figures shaped the sound. The reading experience is engaging because the prose captures atmosphere and momentum, helping readers feel the era as it unfolded.
For educational or non-fiction aims it covers the evolution of guitar-driven sound, recording innovations, the rise of youth culture, and the interplay of race, gender, and media in shaping rock. Learning feels accessible and enjoyable through vivid anecdotes, concrete examples, and a clear, chronological through-line that highlights cause and consequence rather than hype.
Readers emerge with a grounded understanding of how rock emerged from diverse roots to become a global cultural force. They gain a sharpened ability to discuss music history with confidence, a deeper appreciation for the craft of criticism, and a heightened sense of the energy that defined an era—leaving a lasting impression on how they listen to and think about popular music.
Product Details
Author
Nik Cohn
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
272
Language
English
SKU
9781784870485
ISBN
9781784870485
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
13x1.7x19.8cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 699
₹ 595
₹ 104 Off