{"title":"John Cavanagh","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn Cavanagh's works delve into the rich tapestry of arts and culture, offering insightful perspectives on iconic musical moments and their wider cultural impact. Through engaging narrative and detailed research, his books illuminate the stories behind celebrated albums and artists, inviting readers to explore the intersections of music, history, and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtfully crafted explorations that combine a passion for music with a keen eye for cultural significance. Cavanagh’s writing is ideal for those who appreciate a deeper understanding of artistic movements and the creative forces that shape them.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pink-floyds-the-piper-at-the-gates-of-dawn-by-john-cavanagh-9780826414977","title":"Pink Floyd's The Piper at the Gates of Dawn","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a series of interviews with a wide range of people connected to Pink Floyd in their earliest days (including Nick Mason, Peter Jenner, Jenny Fabian, Storm Thorgerson, Duggie Fields and Peter Whitehead), John Cavanagh paints a vivid picture of how this remarkable debut album was created. He brings to life the stories behind each track, as well as Pink Floyd's groundbreaking live performances of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Piper at the Gates of Dawn\u003c\/em\u003e is a wondrous creation often seen through the distorted view of later events. These things have served to overshadow the achievement of The Pink Floyd on their debut album: an outstanding group performance; a milestone in record production; and something made in much happier circumstances than I had expected to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not another book about \"mad Syd\". This, instead, is a celebration of a moment when everything seemed possible, when creative worlds and forces converged, when an album spoke with an entirely new voice. \"Such music I never dreamed of,\" as Rat said to Mole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47455670862060,"sku":"9780826414977","price":21.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/61o2UF77oDL._SL1500.jpg?v=1774791779"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/john-cavanagh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}