Ridgers, Derek
Punk London. 1977
- ISBN 13:
- 9781908211446
- author:
- Ridgers, Derek
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Carpet Bombing Culture
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 7.60(w) x 9.70(h) x 0.60(d)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Punk London 1977 captures the essence of a pivotal moment in UK history, when youth culture converged to create something truly original. In 152 pages of photography, Derek Ridgers documents the birth of the punk movement, revealing the raw energy and rebellious spirit of its participants.
From the moshpits of the Roxy to the streets of Covent Garden, Ridgers' photographs showcase a scene that was both DIY and anarchic. The book features images of kids in the crowd, punks who made their own clothes, and those who faced brutal treatment for their activism. This is not a polished or commercialized representation - it's a raw and unvarnished look at a moment when rebellion was still in its infancy.
Published in 2016, Punk London 1977 is a unique and fascinating glimpse into the past. The photographs speak for themselves, conveying the excitement, chaos, and determination of a generation that refused to be silenced.
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