SERIES MADE SIMPLE

The Rolling Stones: Pushing Rock's Boundaries

by Joe TOUGAS
9781491418178. ea vol: 32p. (Legends of Rock). further reading. glossary. index. websites. Capstone. 2015. lib. ed. $27.32.
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Gr 6 Up—Adults may appreciate these titles for their nostalgia value, but there's not enough here to get kids interested in bands that got their start in their parents' or, in the case of The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, their grandparents' day—even if they've heard of these guys. So-so writing, sometimes murky photos, and the generally dark design mar this set. A few misspellings, omissions, and factual errors add to the flaws. Included in each book are "Backstage Passes," or ticket-shaped sidebars with biographies and contributions of band members; a list of top 10 hits; and a brief bibliography. There's also a glossary with pronunciation guides; however, the words are already defined on the pages where they appear, and some terms aren't always defined consistently from book to book.
VERDICT Supplemental for music appreciation classes or units on later 20th-century history; otherwise, rock on by.
These profiles describe how the rock bands developed, identify their high and low points, note the strengths and weaknesses of each member, and discuss their albums. The narratives are matter-of-factly written and largely chronological. Though burdened by an overly busy graphic design, the volumes are filled with color and black-and-white photos that will interest fans and rock-music enthusiasts. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Edge Books: Legends of Rock titles: U2 and The Beatles.
Reviewed by Carol Goldman , Apr 01, 2015

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