| Seditious Things: The Songs of Joseph Mather - Sheffield's Georgian Punk Poet Contributor(s): Kay, Steven (Introduction by), Windle, Jack (Introduction by) |
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ISBN: 0993576249 ISBN-13: 9780993576249 Publisher: 1889 Books OUR PRICE: $12.34 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Europe - Great Britain - Georgian Era (1714-1837) - Political Science | Political Ideologies - Radicalism - Music | Genres & Styles - Folk & Traditional |
| Physical Information: 0.42" H x 5.06" W x 7.81" (0.44 lbs) 198 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 1800-1850 - Chronological Period - 18th Century - Cultural Region - British Isles |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Joseph Mather was one of the greatest Sheffielders in history. His was the voice of the common person in the turbulent, revolutionary times of the late 18th century. He composed his songs to the rhythm of his hammer as he worked as a file-cutter. Then hollered them out in the streets and pubs of Sheffield on a Saturday night. This was the 18th century jukebox, karaoke and alternative comedy. The Songs of Joseph Mather ... seared across my mindscape like a lightning flash... |
