Art, politics and dissent

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Focusing on the intersection of art and politics, this book challenges traditional narratives of American art by examining key events in Los Angeles and New York during the 1960s. It highlights often-overlooked locations and their significance in the cultural politics of postwar America, drawing on extensive research from alternative press, archives, and oral histories. With its interdisciplinary approach, it enriches art history and related fields, offering valuable case studies for academic courses and fostering scholarly debate.