Publisher's Synopsis
Utilizing plot, character, and musical elements of The Who's landmark Rock Opera Tommy, author-educator-lifelong Rocker Peter Felton addresses sensitive issues pertaining to the upbringing and social outlook of children of the 21st Century. Drawing upon biographical details of the original members of The Who, while reflecting upon notable experiences in his own personal and work lives, Felton makes a firm case as to the roots of hindrances to children's learning and lifestyles in today's modern world-with astounding comparisons to those of yesteryear. In an effort to convey a breakdown of the internal breakdowns of those suffering from such setbacks-resulting from the external blunders of their surroundings-and with the aid of in-depth analyses of the multi-angular lyrics belonging to the songs making up the score of Tommy, connections between disparate aspects of humanity old and young are successfully made, in hopes of securing a more stable foundation for future generations.
