Morrissey

An influential star of British pop for more than three decades Morrissey is known for his outspoken and often controversial views on class ethnicity and sexuality. Among critics and his many fans he has long been seen as an anti-establishment figure who continues to provoke devotion argument and spirited debate. This is the first collection of academic essays to focus exclusively on Morrissey’s solo career and this important book offers a nuanced and rich reading of his highly influential creative and cultural output. Covering a broad range of academic disciplines and approaches including musicology ethnography sociology and cultural studies these essays will be a must for fans of Morrissey or the Smiths or those seeking to make sense of the many fascinating complexities of this global icon and controversial figure.