History Comics: Hip-Hop - The Beat of America

MUSICAL REVOLUTION SWEEPS NATION AND BEYOND
How did a bunch of young people from the inner city create a genre of music that became a global phenomenon? From its humble origins at house parties in the Bronx, where DJs mixed old records to create new sounds, charismatic MCs let their clever lyrics flow, and B-boys and B-girls pioneered inventive dance moves, hip-hop quickly became a musical and cultural revolution.

Hip-Hop: The Beat of America

Meet Aaliyah, a hip-hop superfan who is about to get a lesson in all things "old school" courtesy of her dad, who grew up in the 1970s when rap music first hit the scene. The pair take a day trip to the Bronx where Aaliyah discovers the many unsung heroes who helped create the foundations of the hip-hop we all enjoy today. So get ready to drop the beat, bust a move, and get down with some fresh rap knowledge!

Perfect for readers of Can't Stop, Won't Stop and Nathan Hale's Hazardous tales.

About the author

Jarrett Williams

Summary

Turn back the clock with History Comics! In this volume, witness the birth of hip-hop and learn how this musical genre became a cultural revolution.

Product details

• Authors: Jarrett Williams
• Publisher: First Second
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 9 to 12
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 02.01.2024
• EAN: 9781250795762
• ISBN: 978-1-250-79576-2
• No. of pages: 144
• Dimensions: 155 mm x 211 mm x 12 mm
• Weight: 292 g
• Series: HISTORY COMICS
• Subject: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > History, politics