Love him or hate him, Kanye West is definitely intriguing.
And to prove that, he’s the subject of a new book.
Writer Julius Bailey has put together a book on the artist titled The Cultural Impact of Kanye West. The 300-plus page work, which will be released, March 6, 2014, is an examination of the complexities of the Chicago entertainer and his affect through 14 essays that delve into the socio-political, economic and artistic aspects of West’s music.
According to the book’s synopsis, “The ability of popular art to offer societal critiques and challenge received ideas has been recognized throughout history. Through rap and hip hop, composers, singers, and entertainers have recently provided a voice questioning and challenging the sanctioned view of the times. This book offers an in-depth reading of the works and cultural impact of Kanye West. Looking at the moral and social implications of West’s words, images, and music in the broader context of Western civilization’s preconceived ideas, the contributors consider how West both challenges religious and moral norms and propagates them.”
Bailey is also the author/editor of the 2011 book, Jay Z: Essays on Hip-Hop’s Philosopher King.
This should be interesting.
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