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The Pogues' Rum, Sodomy and the Lash

By Jeffrey T. Roesgen
Series: 33 1/3
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The Pogues' Rum, Sodomy and the Lash takes readers on a wild voyage alongside a cast of downtrodden revolutionaries. Jeffrey T. Roesgen reveals the epic themes of the band's iconic second album through a sea-faring narrative that goes beyond the famous Celtic folk and punk fusion, and the notorious excesses of Shane MacGowan. This book unearths the rich, epic imagery and storytelling that underpin the album, proving that the record is far more than just raucous pub-room music steeped in Irish nostalgia and rebellious spirit.
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This book will appeal to fans of The Pogues, music lovers interested in in-depth album analysis, and readers who enjoy narrative-driven explorations of cultural icons. It is particularly suited for those intrigued by the fusion of Celtic folk and punk, and those fascinated by the stories behind legendary records.

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To absorb Rum, Sodomy, and the Lash is to be taken on a wild voyage with a cast of downtrodden revolutionaries. Despite this notion, the epic themes of the Pogues' second full length record have been overlooked by both critics and biographers. This book discusses the record's articulation of what it is to be magnificently downtrodden.

To absorb Rum, Sodomy, and the Lash is to be taken on a wild voyage with a cast of downtrodden revolutionaries. This book discusses, in the form of a sea-faring narrative, the record's articulation of what it is to be magnificently trodden. It shows that what the Pogues created is far more than pub-room music created by drunken men wallowing in Irish nostalgia and pining for something subversive.

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To absorb Rum, Sodomy, and the Lash is to be taken on a wild voyage with a cast of downtrodden revolutionaries. Despite this notion, the epic themes of the Pogues' second full-length record have been overlooked by both critics and biographers in favour of two things: the band's penchant for combining Celtic folk with punk rhythms ("the sound") and the excesses of Shane MacGowan ("the creator").

Instead of reiterating these aspects, this book discusses, in the form of a sea-faring narrative, the record's articulation of what it is found to be magnificently trodden. Through epic imagery gracing the cover of the album and reverberating throughout the lyrics, Roesgen's book shows that what the Pogues created is far more than pub-room music created by drunken men wallowing in Irish nostalgia and pining for something subversive.

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Critics praise Roesgen's imaginative and engaging prose for casting new light on the album's songs, encouraging readers to explore the life and characters behind the music. Popmatters notes the book leaves readers wanting more and convinced of the album's greatness. Blurt Magazine commends its unique narrative style that works beautifully for the album, prompting a personal connection with the story. Utne Reader highlights the spirited, novella-like tale interwoven with vivid rock history, rendering the book both insightful and entertaining.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780826429162

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 November 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Continuum International Publishing Group Ltd.

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 121.0mm

Height: 165.0mm

Weight: 118g

Pages: 128

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Arts & Culture Jeffrey T. Roesgen Non-Fiction Series: 33 1/3

About the Author

Jeffrey T. Roesgen writes for Tiny Mix Tapes. He is currently working on his first anthology of short stories.

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