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We Gotta Get Out of This Place: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War - Culture, Politics, and the Cold War

by Craig Werner, Doug Bradley
RM81.92 MYR
We Gotta Get Out of This Place: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War - Culture, Politics, and the Cold War - Thryft
We Gotta Get Out of This Place: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War - Culture, Politics, and the Cold War - Thryft

Vietnam War through its evocative soundtrack.

If you're intrigued by the emotional impact of music on soldiers, "We Gotta Get Out of This Place" is a resonant exploration that connects the dots between iconic songs and the Vietnam War experience. Bradley and Werner delve into how these tracks provided solace, camaraderie, and a voice for those engulfed in the chaos of war. It's a poignant reflection on the interplay of music, memory, and history for veterans and music lovers alike.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

We Gotta Get Out of This Place: The Soundtrack of the Vietnam War - Culture, Politics, and the Cold War

by Craig Werner, Doug Bradley
RM81.92 MYR
ISBN: 9781625341624
Authors: Craig Werner, Doug Bradley
Publisher: University of Massachusetts Press
Date of Publication: 2015-11-07
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Music, Sociology, Politics, History
Related Topics: History, Politics, History, Sociology, History, Politics, War, Asia
Goodreads rating: 4.04
(rated by 232 readers)

Description

In "We Gotta Get Out of This Place," Doug Bradley and Craig Werner explore the significance of popular music in the American experience in Vietnam. They delve into how music served as a means for U.S. troops to connect with each other, cope with the complexities of war, and stay connected to the world back home. The book features personal reflections from a diverse range of Vietnam veterans, highlighting the importance of music across different groups. From ordinary soldiers to renowned writers and musicians like Karl Marlantes, James Brown, and Bruce Springsteen, the book captures the profound impact of music on soldiers' lives during the Vietnam War.
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Vietnam War through its evocative soundtrack.

If you're intrigued by the emotional impact of music on soldiers, "We Gotta Get Out of This Place" is a resonant exploration that connects the dots between iconic songs and the Vietnam War experience. Bradley and Werner delve into how these tracks provided solace, camaraderie, and a voice for those engulfed in the chaos of war. It's a poignant reflection on the interplay of music, memory, and history for veterans and music lovers alike.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.