학술논문
The Beatles and Sixties Britain: MARCUS COLLINS, Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2020, xviii+366 pp., ISBN 978 1 108 47724 6 (hbk) (£90), 9,781,108,708,463 (pbk) (£23.99), 9,781,108,853,668 (ebk) (£16.99).
Document Type
Article
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Subject
*SOCIAL surveys
*SOCIAL attitudes
*ATTITUDE change (Psychology)
*CLASS politics
*PUBLIC sphere
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ISSN
1361-9462
Abstract
"The Beatles and Sixties Britain" by Marcus Collins explores the significance of the Beatles in 1960s Britain. The book challenges simplistic interpretations of the group's impact and instead focuses on contemporary writings and pronouncements about the Beatles. The author argues that while the Beatles did not actively transform social attitudes, their music and actions generated discussions about various aspects of British society. The book examines changing attitudes towards the Beatles, from broad support during the early years to increasing criticism as the group's lifestyles and musical ambitions became more unconventional. The final chapters explore the reactions of the cultural sector and politicians to the Beatles, highlighting the complex and varied responses they elicited. Overall, this thoroughly researched book provides a nuanced and valuable contribution to the study of post-war popular music. [Extracted from the article]