Our Subversive Voice: The History and Politics of English Protest Songs 1600-2020. By John Street, Oskar Cox Jensen, Alan Finlayson, Angela McShane, and Matthew Worley. London: McGill-Queen’s University Press. ISBN 978-0-2280-2732-2. 292.pp.

Key Points

• The book examines the evolution of english protest songs over four centuries, illustrating their crucial role in political discourse.
• Key themes include how protest songs reflect societal issues and influence public opinion during critical moments in history.
• The authors delve into the intersection of music and politics, offering insights into how lyrics resonate with social movements.
• Through a cultural history lens, the work connects historical contexts with the ongoing relevance of protest music today.

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