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Rock Me on the Water: 1974The Year Los Angeles Transformed Movies, Music, Television, and Politics,Used
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New York Times BestsellerEditors' Choice New York Times Book ReviewIn this exceptional cultural history, Atlantic Senior Editor Ronald Brownsteinone of America's best political journalists (The Economist)tells the kaleidoscopic story of one monumental year that marked the city of Los Angeles creative peak, a glittering moment when popular culture was ahead of politics in predicting what America would become.Los Angeles in 1974 exerted more influence over popular culture than any other city in America. Los Angeles that year, in fact, dominated popular culture more than it ever had before, or would again. Working in film, recording, and television studios around Sunset Boulevard, living in Brentwood and Beverly Hills or amid the flickering lights of the Hollywood Hills, a cluster of transformative talents produced an explosion in popular culture which reflected the demographic, social, and cultural realities of a changing America. At a time when Richard Nixon won two presidential elections with a message of backlash against the social changes unleashed by the sixties, popular culture was ahead of politics in predicting what America would become. The early 1970s in Los Angeles was the time and the place where conservatives definitively lost the battle to control popular culture.Rock Me on the Water traces the confluence of movies, music, television, and politics in Los Angeles month by month through that transformative, magical year. Ronald Brownstein reveals how 1974 represented a confrontation between a massive younger generation intent on change, and a political order rooted in the status quo. Today, we are again witnessing a generational cultural divide. Brownstein shows how the voices resistant to change may win the political battle for a time, but they cannot hold back the future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Rock Me on the Water'? A: 'Rock Me on the Water' explores the cultural history of Los Angeles in 1974, highlighting how the city influenced movies, music, television, and politics during that transformative year.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Ronald Brownstein, a senior editor at Atlantic and a recognized political journalist.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the intersection of popular culture and politics, the impact of a younger generation on societal changes, and the cultural dynamics of Los Angeles in the 1970s.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Rock Me on the Water' contains 448 pages, providing an in-depth look at the events of 1974.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, making it a durable choice for readers.
- Q: When was 'Rock Me on the Water' published? A: 'Rock Me on the Water' was published on March 23, 2021.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in film history? A: Yes, the book is ideal for readers interested in film history, as it details the impact of Los Angeles on the film industry during a pivotal year.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is published as a First Edition.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Rock Me on the Water' is listed as 'New', ensuring that readers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: Does the book include any notable accolades? A: Yes, it has been recognized as a New York Times Bestseller and was featured as an Editors' Choice in the New York Times Book Review.