{"product_id":"9788494125072","title":"From a whisper to a scream","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFrom a whisper to a scream\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a documentary and human journey to the heart of soul music, narrated from the perspective of those who created and lived it. Journalist David Moreu gathers exclusive interviews with musicians, producers, activists, and designers to chart a unique map of this genre, connecting its artistic evolution with the fight for civil rights. An essential work to understand how soul became the soundtrack of a social and cultural revolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Moreu, a specialized journalist, has personally interviewed the key figures who forged the history of soul. Through their testimonies, the book explores not only the musical milestones but also the social and political context that shaped the genre. It delves into recording studios, activist movements, and design workshops to show how soul was a vehicle for expression and resistance. The work unveils the connections between music, African American identity, and the struggle for equality, offering a comprehensive and exciting vision of a fundamental period in contemporary culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistory and evolution of soul music from its origins to its consolidation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe intrinsic relationship between soul and the civil rights movement in the United States.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-hand testimonies and anecdotes from iconic musicians, producers, and designers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe cultural and social impact of soul as a tool for protest and identity affirmation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe creative process behind the great classics and the music industry of the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at music lovers, especially those who enjoy soul, R\u0026amp;B, and Black music in general. It will also be of great interest to fans of 20th-century social and political history, music and journalism students, and any reader who wishes to understand how art can be an engine for social change. It is essential reading for those seeking direct testimonies and a rigorous documentary perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to exclusive interviews and first-hand material with key figures of the soul scene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep understanding of how music and the fight for civil rights were intertwined.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed and human narrative that goes beyond historical data, offering personal experiences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA panoramic view that spans from musical production to graphic design and activism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA high-quality journalistic approach that contextualizes soul within a broader cultural movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e MOREU, DAVID\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66 RPM EDICIONS S L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e DANCE AND OTHER PERFORMING ARTS, MUSIC, SOUL AND R\u0026amp;B, BIOGRAPHY: ART AND ENTERTAINMENT, LITERARY ESSAYS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e MUSIC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 2014\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 560 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a whisper to a scream stands out for its documentary approach and its ability to give a voice to the protagonists of a golden age. David Moreu's work not only satisfies the interest of music lovers, but also offers a rigorous historical and social context that enriches the reading experience. It is a reference title for those who wish to delve into soul beyond the big names, exploring its roots, its struggle, and its legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"66 RPM EDICIONS S L","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407375819099,"sku":"9788494125072","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849412507.jpg?v=1781853710","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788494125072","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}