England's Dreaming: Anarchy, Sex Pistols, Punk Rock, and Beyond by Jon SavageSome consider this the definitive history of punk rock. Jon Savage looks at the origins of punk through the lens of one of its most famous practitioners -- the Sex Pistols. Savage is a thoughtful and talented writer, which makes this pop culture history more substantive than most. Good for those who lived through it, and those who want to learn about the British punk music of the 1970s.
Why this is progressive/liberal: Not all punks are progressive (in fact, many can be considered reactionary), but the pervasive spirit of anarchy and opposition to corporate power make them fellow travelers of the progressive.
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