History of Rock

Name: History of Rock
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781526362254
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For Big Fans and Little Punks

By Rita Nabais

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History of Rock by Rita Nabais is an engaging children's book that takes young readers on a vibrant journey through the evolution of rock music. It explores significant musicians and bands, influential albums, and cultural moments in rock history, all presented with colourful illustrations and fun facts to inspire budding music enthusiasts.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this engaging children's book if you are interested in learning about the exciting journey of rock music. It offers a vibrant and informative exploration of the genre, perfect for young readers eager to discover how rock music has influenced culture and evolved over the years.

From the Rock 'n' Roll pioneers of the 1950s to the 21st century rockers, this is the first-ever complete and fully illustrated History of Rock music for children.

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THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR BIG MUSIC FANS AND LITTLE PUNKS.

What are the greatest rock songs of all time? Who are the most famous musical legends? How can you become a rock star?

From the rip-roaring rock and roll rhythms of the 1950s to the psychedelic anthems of the 21st century, discover the music that has moved our feet, touched our souls and mended broken hearts. Explore musical icons, their incredible stories, their chart-topping hits and the artistic movements influenced by the creative explosion of rock.

Whether you're bonkers for Bowie, obsessed with Otis, mad about Mumford & Sons, passionate about Patti or crazy about Kurt, this is the perfect book for big fans, little punks and anyone who wants to learn what it really takes to be a rock star.

History of Rock by Rita Nabais is your essential guide to the music that defines generations.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526362254

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 October 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wren & Rook

Contributors:

Illustrated by Joana Raimundo

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 224.0mm

Height: 262.0mm

Weight: 920g

Pages: 112

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About the Author

Rita Nabais (Author)

Rita is a music researcher with a Master s degree in English and American Culture. During her Masters, she specalised in Inter-Arts Studies (Cinema and Literature). Rita is also a teacher and a publisher. She has written and published chronicles and music critiques in various newspapers and music sites.

In 2012, she co-founded the publishier Edi oes Escafandro. Here she coordinates and publishes books, and deals with the revision and organization of texts.

In December 2017, she published in Portuguese the first-ever complete and illustrated history of rock music for children: "A Historia do Rock (para pais fanaticos e filhos com punkada)". This has now published in Sweden, and is due to publish in the US, Canada, Mexico and the UK.

Joana Raimundo (Illustrator)

Joana is a published illustrator, animator and designer. She worked in Portugal and Italy after studying drawing and illustration in Barcelona, and has collaborated on several children's books, some of which became part of the official recommended books for children in Portugal.