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Brian Groom, "Made in Manchester: A People's History of the City That Shaped the Modern World" (Harpernorth, 2024)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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Manchester: A Cultural Nexus of Resilience and Innovation

This chapter delves into Manchester's vital role in shaping popular culture, focusing on the city’s 19th-century urbanization and its thriving entertainment industry. It highlights the emergence of a vibrant music scene and the significance of pop music in defining youth identity in a post-industrial setting.

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