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Love Is a Mix Tape: Life and Loss, One Song at a Time,New
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What Is love? Great minds have been grappling with this question throughout the ages, and in the modern era, they have come up with many different answers. According to Western philosopher Pat Benatar, love is a battlefield. Her paisan Frank Sinatra would add the corollary that love is a tender trap. Love hurts. Love stinks. Love bites, love bleeds, love is the drug. The troubadours of our times agree: They want to know what love is, and they want you to show them. But the answer is simple: Love is a mix tape.In the 1990s, when alternative was suddenly mainstream, bands like Pearl Jam and Pavement, Nirvana and R.E.M.bands that a year before would have been too weird for MTV were MTV. It was the decade of Kurt Cobain and Shania Twain and Taylor Dayne, a time that ended all too soon. The boundaries of American culture were exploding, and music was leading the way.It was also when a shy music geek named Rob Sheffield met a hellraising Appalachian punkrock girl named Rene, who was way too cool for him but fell in love with him anyway. He was tall. She was short. He was shy. She was a social butterfly. She was the only one who laughed at his jokes when they were so bad, and they were always bad. They had nothing in common except that they both loved music. Music brought them together and kept them together. And it was music that would help Rob through a sudden, unfathomable loss.In Love Is a Mix Tape, Rob, now a writer for Rolling Stone, uses the songs on fifteen mix tapes to tell the story of his brief time with Rene. From Elvis to Missy Elliott, the Rolling Stones to Yo La Tengo, the songs on these tapes make up the soundtrack to their lives.Rob Sheffield isnt a musician, hes a writer, and Love Is a Mix Tape isnt a love song but it might as well be. This is Robs tribute to music, to the decade that shaped him, but most of all to one unforgettable woman.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Love Is a Mix Tape'? A: The main theme of 'Love Is a Mix Tape' is the exploration of love and loss through music, highlighting how songs can shape relationships and serve as a soundtrack to life's significant moments.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Love Is a Mix Tape'? A: The author of 'Love Is a Mix Tape' is Rob Sheffield, a writer known for his contributions to Rolling Stone.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format, making it a durable addition to any bookshelf.
- Q: How many pages does 'Love Is a Mix Tape' have? A: The book contains 240 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its themes.
- Q: When was 'Love Is a Mix Tape' published? A: The book was published on January 2, 2007.
- Q: Is 'Love Is a Mix Tape' a new or used book? A: This listing is for a new copy of 'Love Is a Mix Tape', ensuring that you receive it in excellent condition.
- Q: What type of reader would enjoy 'Love Is a Mix Tape'? A: Readers who appreciate music, personal stories, and reflections on love and loss will likely enjoy 'Love Is a Mix Tape'.
- Q: Does the book include a discussion of specific songs or artists? A: Yes, 'Love Is a Mix Tape' references various songs and artists, using them to illustrate the author's experiences and emotions.
- Q: What genre does 'Love Is a Mix Tape' fall under? A: The book falls under the genre of History & Criticism, specifically focusing on music and its cultural impact.
- Q: Can 'Love Is a Mix Tape' be a good gift for music lovers? A: Absolutely, 'Love Is a Mix Tape' makes a thoughtful gift for music lovers and anyone interested in personal narratives about love and loss.