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The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.
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Winner Of A 2022 Ala Alex Awardwinner Of The 2023 Cartoonist Studio Prize For Print Comicsone Of The Washington Post'S 10 Best Graphic Novels Of 2022 * One Of Nypl'S Best Books Of 2022 *A Publishers Weekly Best Book Of 2022A Formative Comingofage Graphic Memoir By The Creator Of Afropunk: A Young Mans Immersive Reckoning With Identity, Racism, Clumsy Teen Love And Belonging In An Isolated California Desert, And A Search For Salvation And Community Through Punk.Apple Valley, California, In The Late Eighties, A Thirsty, Miserable Desert.Teenage James Spooner Hates That He And His Mom Are Back In Town After Years Away. The One Silver Liningnew School, New You, Right? But The Few Black Kids At School Seem To Be Gangbanging, And The Other Kids Fall On A Spectrum Of Microaggressors To Future Neonazis. Mixed Race, Acutely Aware Of His Blackness, James Doesn'T Know Where He Fits Until He Meets Ty, A Young Black Punk Who Introduces Him To The School Outsidersskaters, Unhappy Young Rebels, Caught Up In The Punk Groundswell Sweeping The Country.A Haircut, A Few Sex Pistols, Misfits And Black Flag Records Later: Suddenly, James Has Friends, Romantic Prospects, And Knows The Difference Between A Bass And A Guitar. But This Desolate Landscape Hides Brutal, Building Undercurrents: A Classmate Overdoses, A Friend Must Prove Himself To His White Supremacist Brother And The Local Aryan Brotherhood Through A Show Of Violence. Everything And Everyone Are Set To Collide At One Of The Year'S Biggest Shows In Town...Weaving In The Black Roots Of Punk Rock And A Vivid Interlude In The Thriving Eighties Diy Scene In New York'S East Village, This Is The Memoir Of A Budding Punk, Artist, And Activist.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.'? A: 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.' explores themes of identity, racism, belonging, and the transformative power of punk culture through the coming-of-age story of a young Black man in the 1980s California desert.
- Q: Who is the author of this graphic memoir? A: The author of 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.' is James Spooner, who is also known for his work in the Afro-punk movement.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.' is suitable for older teens and adults due to its mature themes, addressing issues such as racism and identity.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.' was published on May 17, 2022.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: No, 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.' is a standalone graphic memoir.
- Q: What awards has this book received? A: 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.' has won the 2022 ALA Alex Award and the 2023 Cartoonist Studio Prize for Print Comics.
- Q: Can I find this book in eBook format? A: The availability of 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.' in eBook format may vary; please check with your preferred digital bookstore.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, as a graphic memoir, 'The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere.' features illustrations that complement the storytelling.