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The first and only book to chart of one British youth culture's most explosive eras. During the spring of '64, an unparalleled moral panic spread among the people of Britain, as two bitterly opposed domestic factions, the likes of which had not been seen before, gripped the nation with fear: Mods and Rockers. Growing in numbers throughout the early part of the decade, by the Easter of '64, the ranks of these two groups and more importantly their differences had become so great that they could no longer be ignored. The overt hostility these two groups displayed toward each other further heightened so that conflict was inevitable. This sign-post was spectacularly missed by the authorities however ... until it was way too late ... This book explains the genesis of both movements right through from their conception to the cell splitting that separated them. It will closely study their development, and most importantly, highlight their enduring legacies on the popular culture scene of today. Includes 50+ rare photographs.
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Gareth Brown has written best-selling books on subject matters such as Scooter Boys and youth culture, and is also a world-renowned expert on social tribes. He was launch editor of Heavy Duty Britain's biggest selling Harley Davidson magazine and lectures on the British college circuit about many aspects of youth culture.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Just a short one.
Great book, well written and as accurate as it could ever be, coming from a long serving member of the scootering life style and an expert in this field. Not a big thick two week read but a must have for any Lambretta, Vespa Triumph or Norton rider that cares about their history.
Top book, I really enjoyed it.
Nice one Gareth!
Great book, well written and as accurate as it could ever be, coming from a long serving member of the scootering life style and an expert in this field. Not a big thick two week read but a must have for any Lambretta, Vespa Triumph or Norton rider that cares about their history.
Top book, I really enjoyed it.
Nice one Gareth!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Definately a good insight to those that have heard what it was like but were not there to have taken part.
A great book documenting the rise and decline of both mods and rockers. Just a shame it was in paperback not hardback as stated by Amazon hence only 4 stars!
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