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The Hippest Trip in America

Soul Train and the Evolution of Culture and Style

The Hippest Trip in America( )
Author: George, Nelson
ISBN:978-0-06-222103-2
Publication Date:Mar 2014
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint:William Morrow & Company
Book Format:Hardback
List Price:USD $27.99USD $27.99
Book Description:

An authoritative history of the groundbreaking syndicated television show that has become an icon of American pop culture, from acclaimed author and filmmaker Nelson George, “the most accomplished black music critic of his generation” (Washington Post Book World).

When it debuted in October 1971, seven years after the Civil Rights Act, Soul Train boldly went where no variety show had gone before, showcasing the cultural preferences of young African-Americans and...
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Book Details
Pages:256
Detailed Subjects: Music / Genres & Styles / Soul & R 'N B
Performing Arts / Television / General
Music / Ethnic
Physical Dimensions (W X L X H):6 x 9 x 0.89 Inches
Book Weight:1 Pounds
Author Biography
George, Nelson (Author)
Nelson George is the author of several non-fiction books, including "The Death of Rhythm & Blues" & "Hip Hop America", both nominated for the National Book Critics Circle Award, & three novels, "One Woman Short", "Seduced", & the "Essence" Blackboard bestseller "Urban Romance". An award-winning journalist, he is also an accomplished screenwriter (including "Strictly Business" & "CB-4") & an Emmy Award-winning producer of HBO's "The Chris Rock Show". He lives in Brooklyn, New York.

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