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“Writing in graceful prose, Hajdu nicely balances brisk historical narrative, shrewd cultural analysis, and opinionated personal reflection…Absorbing.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“This beautifully told history of popular music, like a great pop song, is full of memorable lines.” Library Journal
“[A] deft examination of the history and meaning of popular music…An essential purchase for all pop-culture collections.” Booklist
“A highly learned pleasure for music and pop-culture buffs.” Kirkus Reviews
“A work of wide-ranging historical observation that also feels personal, vivid, and particular.” Shelf Awareness
“Love for Sale…is easy to devour