Hip: The History

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Hip: The History is the story of how American pop culture has evolved throughout the twentieth century to its current position as world cultural touchstone. How did hip become such an obsession? From sex and music to fashion and commerce, John Leland tracks the arc of ideas as they move from subterranean Bohemia to Madison Avenue and back again. Hip: The History examines how hip has helped shape — and continues to influence — America’s view of itself, and provides an incisive account of hip’s quest for authenticity.

This P.S. edition features an extra 16 pages of insights into the book, including author interviews, recommended reading, and more. “The New York Times’ John Leland offers an incisive, entertaining look at this peculiarly American cultural notion…” “John Leland combines diligent research with insight and wit.” “What is hip? If you have to ask, ask John Leland.” “An insightful chronicle of cool.” “John Leland covers it all in his essential book, Hip: The History.” “Hip: The History is the definitive work on the subject.” “Hip: The History is the seminal work on the topic and a must read for all you hipsters!”

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