Los 80 by Henry Carroll is a work that captures the vibrant and transformative essence of an unforgettable decade. Through a curated selection of images and narratives, the author immerses us in a visual journey that traverses the most emblematic milestones of the 1980s: from the rise of breakdancing to the whirlwind of Wall Street, passing through the effervescence of the emerging gay culture and the revolution of the Movida madrileña. Each page is a testament to the creative audacity and defiant spirit that defined this era, inviting the reader to relive moments that marked a before and after in contemporary history.
This compendium is not only a delight for the nostalgic but also an essential tool for understanding the roots of many current cultural and social dynamics. Delving into its 336 pages, the reader encounters a mosaic of events and characters that, together, narrate the story of a decade that challenged conventions and paved the way for the future.