Evans, David

Manic Street Preachers' The Holy Bible (33 1/3)

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ISBN 13:
9781501331701
author:
Evans, David
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Bloomsbury Academic USA
language:
English
Publication Year:
2019
Pages:
152
Dimensions:
16.5 x 12.1 centimetres
Genre:
Music, General, Music,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.20

Description

The Holy Bible by Manic Street Preachers is a dark and fiercely intelligent album that explores themes of mental illness, murder, and war. Released in 1994, it was the band's valedictory work, following the disappearance of its lyricist and driving force, Richey Edwards. This book tells the story behind The Holy Bible, tracing its origins to the industrialised region of South Wales where the band grew up. It argues that the album can be seen as a meditation on the uses and abuses of history, reflecting the turmoil and uncertainty of the time. With 152 pages of in-depth analysis, this book provides a detailed look at Manic Street Preachers' masterpiece, exploring its creation, context, and enduring impact.

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