McCabe, Allyson
Why Sinead O'Connor Matters (Music Matters)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781477325704
- author:
- McCabe, Allyson
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- University of Texas Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 13.5 x 2.1 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Biography, General, Music,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Sinéad O'Connor's music and activism have been the subject of much debate and misunderstanding. This book offers a fresh perspective on her life and career, arguing that she has been repeatedly manipulated and misunderstood by a culture that is often hostile to women who speak their minds. The author, a journalist herself, examines O'Connor's childhood, her initial success, and the backlash against her radical politics. She compares O'Connor to other artists who challenged the status quo, and explores how the media distorts our understanding of her and ourselves. This is a thought-provoking and timely book that sheds new light on a complex and fascinating subject. By re-examining O'Connor's story, this book provides a nuanced and balanced assessment of her life and legacy. It is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in music, politics, and the complexities of female identity.
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