This engrossing book tells the tale of the Detroit duo who shook up the music world with their candy-colored gothic-coated world of melody rhythm and storytelling. These unlikely-looking saviors reinvigorated the blues and blues-rock for a new generation. Writer Denise Sullivan relates The White Stripes' story with a keen eye for detail a music lover's ear for influences and references a fan's appreciation of the layers and subtleties and a journalist's nose for a good story with all its twists and curves half-truths and elaborate theories. Includes dozens of rare photographs a full discography and a song concordance. 7-1/4 x 9-1/4 176 pages