Joy Division's Unknown Pleasures

by Chris Ott

Book Overview

Joy Division's career has often been shrouded by myths. But the truth is surprisingly simple: over a period of several months, Joy Division transformed themselves from run-of-the-mill punk wannabes into the creators of one of the most atmospheric, disturbing, and influential debut albums ever recorded. Chris Ott carefully picks apart fact from fiction to show how Unknown Pleasures came into being, and how it still resonates so strongly today.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0826415490
• ISBN13: 9780826415493
• Release Date: March 2004
• Publisher: Continuum
• Length: 117 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 4.8" x 6.5"