<B>An alphabetical history of rock ’n’ roll’s most iconic band…the Grateful Dead.</B><BR><BR>Featuring playful rhymes and glorious illustrations, <i>The ABCs of the Grateful Dead</i> celebrates the band’s rich and dynamic history. Each letter of the alphabet highlights a significant moment, cultural contribution, or innovation along the band’s journey, from their groundbreaking release of <i>American Beauty</i> to their pioneering Wall of Sound, from the beloved dancing bears to their singular community of tape traders.<BR><BR> This delightfully kaleidoscopic look back on the Grateful Dead will entertain first-time readers as well as diehard fans of all ages.<BR><BR>The Grateful Dead is a social and musical phenomenon that grew into a genuine American treasure. In 1965, an entire generation was linked together by common ideals, gathering by the hundreds and thousands. This movement created a seamless connection between the band and its fans. As the