This is a Message to Persons Unknown: The Story of Poison Girls Book [INCOMING]

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This is a Message to Persons Unknown: The Story of Poison Girls by Rich Cross is the first comprehensive history of the influential UK anarcho-punk band Poison Girls. Formed in 1977 and fronted by the fierce and unconventional Vi Subversa, the band blended the ferocity of punk with emotional depth and wit. This book documents their history, from their early gigs to their extensive touring and influential vinyl releases. It explores their uncompromising political stances on anarchism, feminism, and ageism, which often challenged the norms of the counterculture itself. Author Rich Cross combines original interviews with surviving band members with a participants’ history drawn from contemporary zines. The book is richly illustrated with photos, posters, and ephemera from the band's personal archives, presenting a full and intimate story of a group of radical artists who used punk not just for protest, but for creative and extraordinary self-expression.

Product Title
This is a Message to Persons Unknown: The Story of Poison Girls

Author
Rich Cross • Designed by Alec Dunn • Edited by Erin Yanke

Release Information
Published: 11/25/2025
Format: Paperback / Hardcover
Pages: 288
Size: 8 x 10 inches
Series: PM Press
ISBN: 9798887441368 / 9798887441443