Womack, Kenneth
The Beatles in Context - (Composers in Context)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781108409520
- author:
- Womack, Kenneth
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 371
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2 centimetres (0.4
- Genre:
- Professional & Vocational, Music, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Beatles in Context by Kenneth Womack explores the band's profound impact on culture and society. From their early days in Liverpool to their global phenomenon status, this book delves into the complex relationships between The Beatles and the world around them. Through short, snapshot chapters, Womack examines key themes that shaped The Beatles' lives and work, including fashion, celebrity culture, politics, psychedelia, and the Summer of Love. By focusing on the people, places, and visual media that contributed to their enduring success, this book provides a nuanced understanding of The Beatles' cultural legacy. This comprehensive study brings together various aspects of The Beatles' careers, shedding light on the cultural context in which they created some of the most iconic music of all time.
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