Overview
Few forms of music elicit such strong reactions as does heavy metal. Embraced by millions of fans, it has also attracted a chorus of critics, who have denounced it as a corrupter of youtheven blamed it for tragedies like the murders at Columbine. Deena Weinstein argues that these fears stem from a deep misunderstanding of the energetic, rebellious culture of metal, which she analyzes, explains, and defends. She interprets all aspects of the metal worldthe music and its makers, its fans, its dress code, its lyricsand in the process unravels the myths, misconceptions, and truths about an irreverent subculture that has endured and evolved for twenty years.
The book, Heavy Metal: The Music And Its Culture, Revised Edition [Bulk, Wholesale, Quantity] ISBN#9780306809705 in Paperback by Deena Weinstein may be ordered in bulk quantities. Minimum starts at 25 copies. Availability based on publisher status and quantity being ordered.