The Last of the Hippies

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An Hysterical Romance

By Penny Rimbaud

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The Last of the Hippies by Penny Rimbaud is a profound exploration of counterculture, focusing on the life and death of his friend Phil Russell, also known as Wally Hope. Set against the backdrop of the late 1960s and 1970s, it details the radical movements and social changes of the era. The book serves as both a personal memoir and a critique of societal norms, capturing the spirit of rebellion and alternative lifestyles.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the countercultural movements of the 1970s and the underground scenes they spawned. It offers a compelling glimpse into the life of an iconic figure and captures the spirit of rebellion and change during a transformative era, appealing to fans of punk history and memoirs.

The Last of the Hippies

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First published in 1982 as part of The Crass' Christ: The Album, The Last of the Hippies is a fiery anarchist polemic centred on the story of his friend, Phil Russell (aka Wally Hope), who was murdered by the State while incarcerated in a mental institution.

Wally Hope was a visionary and a freethinker who helped to create the Stonehenge Free Festival. Wally was arrested after having been found with a small amount of LSD. He was later released, and subsequently died. The official verdict was suicide, but Rimbaud uncovered strong evidence that he was murdered.

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The Last of the Hippies by Penny Rimbaud is praised for its exploration of Anarcho-Punk values and ideology, presenting a compelling account of the movement's core beliefs. It is highly recommended for those interested in CRASS and the broader Anarcho-Punk scene.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781629631035

Publisher: PM Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 July 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: PM Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 107g

Pages: 122

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction Penny Rimbaud

About the Author

Penny Rimbaud is a writer, poet, philosopher, painter, musician, and activist. He was a former member of the performance art groups EXIT and Ceres Confusion, and in 1972 was cofounder with Phil Russell aka Wally Hope of the Stonehenge Free Festivals. In 1977, alongside Steve Ignorant, he cofounded the seminal anarchist punk band Crass, which disbanded in 1984.