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Musical World

Modern World History as You’ve Never Heard it Before
By Jeffrey Boakye
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Musical World by Jeffrey Boakye is an engaging children's book that explores the vibrant universe of music. Through a whimsical journey, readers are introduced to various musical genres, cultures, and histories, encouraging a deep appreciation for the sounds that shape our world. With captivating illustrations and fun facts, the book is an invitation to young readers to discover and celebrate the diverse expressions of music.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by a vibrant exploration of music's global impact, tailored specifically for young readers. It offers insights into how different cultures express themselves through music, making it perfect for children curious about the world and the diverse sounds within it.

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From the critically acclaimed author of Musical Truth comes a new soundtrack to pivotal historical moments from around the world.

From the critically acclaimed author of Musical Truth comes a new soundtrack to pivotal historical moments from around the world.

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From the critically acclaimed author of Musical Truth comes a new soundtrack to pivotal historical moments from around the world.

From Billie Holiday to Aretha Franklin, Fela Kuti to Donna Summer, Elton John to Michael Jackson – it turns out that 38 classic tunes reflect and encapsulate the key historical moments of the 20th and 21st century.

Musical World features music from a vast range of genres including Jazz, Rock n Roll, Disco, and Hiphop. Jeffrey Boakye, teacher, historian, and broadcaster, explores the roots and wider impact of these genres, touching on why they were celebrated or seen as problematic, their political and cultural impact, and their ongoing legacy today.

Featuring a dance that led to a new sense of sexual liberation, feminism, the Vietnam war, the carving up of the African continent, antisemitism, HIV, homosexuality and the impact of disco, and a football anthem...

It will make you cry, question, and gasp – this is a brand new view of world history – memorable, outspoken – hitherto unspoken!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571377497

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 202g

Pages: 240

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jeffrey Boakye

About the Author

Jeffrey Boakye is an author, broadcaster, educator and journalist originally from Brixton, London. He has a particular interest in issues surrounding education, race and popular culture. His books include Hold Tight, Black, Listed, I Heard What You Said and Musical Truth: A Musical History of Modern Black Britain in 28 Songs. He is also the co-author of What is Masculinity? Why Does it Matter? And Other Big Questions. Jeffrey has more upcoming books, including: Musical World (2023) and Kofi and the Rap Battle Summer (2023). Jeffrey has contributed articles and comment pieces to publications including the Guardian, the Financial Times and the Royal Society of Arts Journal. He is also co-host of BBC Radio 4's Add to Playlist with Cerys Matthews.Ngadi Smart is an award-winning Sierra Leonean visual artist based between London (UK) and Abidjan (Cote d'Ivoire), who specialises in illustration and photography. She has illustrated for The Guardian and Eastpak and won the 2020 FAB Prize for illustration.

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