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The book explores the profound impact of popular music on American poetry between 1951 and 1977, a transformative period marked by the birth of rock 'n' roll, exemplified by Alan Freed's Moondog Coronation Ball. It highlights how this era shaped the voices of poets born during these years, showcasing their works that reflect the excitement and youthfulness of the music. By bringing together influential poets, the collection allows readers to examine the intricate connections between their verses and the vibrant musical landscape that influenced them.
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Under the Rock Umbrella, Jack Myers, William J. Walsh, Patricia Walsh Chadwick
- Language
- Released
- 2006
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- Book condition
- Good
- Price
- €4.89
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- Title
- Under the Rock Umbrella
- Subtitle
- Contemporary American Poets from 1951-1977
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Mercer University Press
- Released
- 2006
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 449
- ISBN10
- 0881460478
- ISBN13
- 9780881460476
- Series
- Description
- The book explores the profound impact of popular music on American poetry between 1951 and 1977, a transformative period marked by the birth of rock 'n' roll, exemplified by Alan Freed's Moondog Coronation Ball. It highlights how this era shaped the voices of poets born during these years, showcasing their works that reflect the excitement and youthfulness of the music. By bringing together influential poets, the collection allows readers to examine the intricate connections between their verses and the vibrant musical landscape that influenced them.