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03/06/2002 Goth: Identity, Style and Subculture : (Purple) Paul Hodkinson Lecturer in Sociology, University College Northampton Goths represent one of the most arresting, distinctive and enduring subcultures of recent times. The dedication of those involved to a lifestyle which, from the outside, may appear dark and sinister, has spawned reactions ranging from admiration to alarm. Until now, no one has conducted a full-scale study of this fascinating group. Based on extensive fieldwork by an ‘insider,’ this book is the first. Immersing us in the potent mix of identities, practices and values that make up the goth scene, the author takes us behind the façade of the goth mystique. From dress and musical tastes to social habits and the use of the internet, Hodkinson details the inner workings of this intriguing group. Defying postmodern theories that claim media and commerce break down substantive cultural groupings, Hodkinson shows how both have been used by goths to retain, and even strengthen, their group identity. Hodkinson provides a comprehensive reworking of subcultural theory, making a key contribution to the disciplines of sociology, cultural studies, youth studies, media studies, and popular music studies. Readable and accessible, this powerful and groundbreaking book presents Click HERE for more in-depth information on the book itself...so all those nights in Studio etc were 'research' hmm?? lol! This item will be published in September 2002. You may order it now and Amazon.com will ship it to you when it arrives. Order Edition: Paperback | Hardcover
28/04/2002 21st Century Goth : Mick Mercer This is Mick Mercer's fourth book about Goth, and easily the biggest, and the best, being 276 pages, with 174 photos, including 20 *stunning* full-page photos. This book concentrates on what is on the Net that is Goth-related, and breaks it down into sections - but not into geographical boundaries like the last publication. It is a huge resource (50,000 words longer than ‘Hex Files’), and the author has searched for information which is of use but also the very best of everything else found online. For every site included many more boring ones have been ignored. And I've been listed too hehe:P
5,517 sites are reviewed or listed within the sections. The contents are as
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You can preorder this book today by clicking below, and its publication date is set for May 1st.
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