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Focusing on the Black Ark Studios in Jamaica, this book captures the artistic and musical legacy of Lee "Scratch" Perry, a pioneer of the Dub genre. Through an extensive photographic and written inventory, it showcases Perry's unique blend of music and visual art, including murals and assemblages created from various materials. The book intertwines contemporary images with archival footage, reflecting on themes of memory and identity. As the studio has been sold, this work serves as a vital preservation of Perry's creative universe, linking his artistic processes and personal history.

Engaging with contemporary cultural and political issues, this journal serves as a vital resource for readers interested in exploring the intersections of these fields. It offers insightful perspectives and discussions that are crucial for understanding today's societal dynamics.

"The National Book Critics Circle Award-winning poet writes a stunning memorial work that excavates the forgotten experience of West Indian soldiers during World War I"--

As childhood memory is grafted to the world of imagination - shaped by books, art, music and travel - the two come together to develop a new vision of what 'home' might offer. 'Far District is a classic, which is to say a rare and exemplary first book.