Curated by Public Enemy's Chuck D, this massive hardcover book is a comprehensive, chronological survey of rap and hip-hop from 1973 to the present. Featuring a foreword by Shepard Fairey and endorsements from Kendrick Lamar, Nas, Ice-T, and LL Cool J, this is required reading for anyone serious about the culture.
Condition Disclosure (Please Read Before Buying):
This is a discounted "reading copy." The interior pages are clean and unread, but the exterior cover shows significant shelf wear. As seen in the photos, there is a visible tear/gouge on the back right edge of the cover, and heavy surface scratching/scuffing on the black gloss finish. Perfect for the coffee table or studio desk, but not for a pristine collector's archive.
