Describes the roots of rap and hip-hop and chronicles it through the years, discusses it as an art form and as a political forum, and depicts its more negative aspects. Includes color photos, a glossary, and a list of recommended listening.
year: 2006, 2012
call number/section: 782.42, 782.4, 781.64, 458
subjects: rap (music), history and criticism, juvenile literature, hip-hop, rap music
Editions
Baker, Soren
Thomson/Gale (2006)
A chronological overview of the history and development of the rap and hip-hop music and culture.
Schools: 25
Baker, Soren
Lucent Books (2012)
Describes the roots of rap and hip-hop and chronicles it through the years, discusses it as an art form and as a political forum, and depicts its more negative aspects. Includes color photos, a glossary, and a list of recommended listening.
Schools: 7