David Foster Wallace
Signifying Rappers
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241968314
- author:
- David Foster Wallace
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.3 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Music, Stage & Screen, Music, Styles
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
David Foster Wallace and Mark Costello's Signifying Rappers is an old-school exploration of Hip-Hop culture in its heyday. First published in 1990, this book offers a unique perspective on the genre, mapping the tensions between rebellion and acceptance, glitz and gangsterdom. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the 1980s scene, Signifying Rappers is a lively and engaging study that has aged remarkably well. The authors' pioneering work remains informative, provocative, funny, and brilliantly written, making it a compelling read for fans of both Hip-Hop and literary fiction. This book provides an insightful look at the position of Hip-Hop as a vital force in American culture, and its enduring energy and exuberance make it a fresh and engaging read today.