Now And Then

Name: Now And Then
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781786897831
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By Gil Scott-Heron

Series: Canons

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Now And Then is a compelling collection of Gil Scott-Heron's lyrics that transcend their musical origins to stand as potent song-poems. The themes range from global political hypocrisy and critiques of capitalist culture to intimate reflections on everyday life. His powerful and urgent voice remains deeply relevant, offering a mature commentary on black identity and social realities.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Ideal for readers interested in political and cultural commentary, poetry enthusiasts, and those seeking insightful reflections on social justice and black experience through a lyrical lens.

'A poet and polemicist whose lyrics have inspired and galvanised generations.' - GQ. Introduced by Kate Tempest.

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Now And Then is not merely a collection of a songwriter's lyrics; the song-poems of this undisputed 'bluesologist' triumphantly stand on their own, evoking the rhythm and urgency which have distinguished Gil Scott-Heron's career.

This collection of poems carries the reader from the global topics of political hypocrisy and the dangers posed by capitalist culture to painfully personal themes and the realities of everyday life. His message is black, political, historically accurate, urgent, uncompromising, and mature, and as relevant now as ever.

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Critics praise Scott-Heron's work for its wit, intelligence, and rhythmic quality. Time Out highlights his sarcastic and literate lyrics tackling racism and political issues. The List calls it accessible and revitalising for poetry, while Independent on Sunday notes its spare, effective style addressing fame and injustice. The Sunday Times reflects on his brilliance as a writer, and the New York Times regards him as timeless.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786897831

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Canons

Edition: Main - Canons

Contributors:

Introduction by Kae Tempest

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 102g

Pages: 144

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Arts & Culture Gil Scott-Heron Non-Fiction Poetry Series: Canons

About the Author

Gil Scott-Heron was born in Chicago in 1949. A highly influential and widely admired singer, proto-rapper, jazz pianist, published poet, novelist and socio-political commentator, Scott-Heron was a unique and major figure in global music. With over fifteen albums to his name, his politically charged output has won him an international following. His work illuminates a philosophy of life that held human affection as well as political and artistic responsibility as the underlying factors that inspired his writing. Gil Scott-Heron spent more than thirty years opening eyes, minds and souls. He died in 2011.