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Michael Bracewell and Paul Gorman in Conversation

Two of the most revered and celebrated pop culture writers of their generation in conversation about rock 'n' roll style, fashion and high times at the legendary Granny Takes a Trip boutique.

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Two of the most revered and celebrated pop culture writers of their generation in conversation about rock n roll style, fashion and high times at the legendary Granny Takes a Trip boutique.

On 11th February, Paul Gorman will visit Foyles for a conversation about his recent acclaimed White Rabbit Books publication, Granny Takes a Trip: High Fashion and High Times at the Wildest Rock n Roll Boutique and The Life and Times of Malcolm McLaren, with Michael Bracewell.

Paul Gorman is a writer and curator and author of Totally Wired: The Rise and Fall of the Music Press and The Wild World of Barney Bubbles: Graphic Design & The Art of Music as well as many other books.

Michael Bracewell is a writer and art critic; author of The Smiths: A Novella, which will be published in May by White Rabbit, several novels, and Re-make/Re-model: Becoming Roxy Music.

The discussion will be followed by an audience Q&A and book signing. Your ticket includes a complimentary glass of wine.

Tickets: £10 General Admission £8 Foyalty Member £45 Book and Ticket, inc. a copy of Granny Takes a Trip (RRP £40) Venue: The Auditorium (Level 6) at Foyles, 107 Charing Cross Road*

*Please note that the Auditorium at Foyles is fully accessible from the Ground floor lifts.
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