The Spirit of Hawkwind

The definitive account of the most crucial years in the life of legendary space rock band Hawkwind as seen through the eyes of co-founder Nik Turner and told to music historian Dave Thompson! Nik Turner, whose outlandish costumes and general wild man persona became iconic representations of the band, gives us the ultimate insider’s guide to Hawkwind, sharing his personal recollections both hilarious and horrifying! This gorgeous, hardcover book contains:

300 pages featuring many rare and never-before-seen photos as well as a comprehensive discography, gigography, and Nik’s 1975 US tour diary

Reproduction of the 1971 “Galactic Tarot” card deck, designed by celebrated graphic designer and longtime Hawkwind collaborator Barney Bubbles

Reproduction of the 1972 “Sonic Attack” 7” promo one-sided single in a cloth bag

Reproduction of the 1971 “In Search Of Space” 6” x 9” 20-page promotional booklet

Postcard featuring the poster artwork of the 1974 Kansas City show with Rush!