American Pop—Pop Culture in the 1970s: How a Decade of Upheaval Created the World We Live in Today

The 1970s were a decade of contradictions and transformations—a time when rock splintered into punk, disco, and heavy metal; when Hollywood reinvented itself with gritty realism and blockbuster spectacle; when television became more daring and politically charged; and when activism and rebellion clashed with a growing conservative backlash.
In American Pop—Pop Culture in the 1970s, historian and educator Taylor Prescott explores how the decade’s music, movies, television, fashion, and social movements reshaped America and set the stage for the world we live in today. From the rise of hip-hop and the golden age of singer-songwriters to the emergence of Saturday Night Live, the feminist revolution, and the first wave of personal technology, this book captures the energy, creativity, and tensions of a nation in transition.
Covering everything from the fallout of the 1960s counterculture to the rise of corporate media and consumer technology, American Pop—Pop Culture in the 1970s dives deep into the cultural forces that defined the decade. Whether you’re a history buff, a pop culture enthusiast, or someone who lived through the era, this book offers a fresh and engaging look at one of the most influential periods in American history.
Part of the American Pop series, this book follows American Pop—Pop Culture in the 1950s and American Pop—Pop Culture in the 1960s, with more volumes to come.