Set the Night on Fire

"Set the Night on Fire" offers a gripping and comprehensive exploration of Los Angeles during the tumultuous 1960s, a pivotal era marked by significant political and social movements. Co-authored by Mike Davis and Jon Wiener, this audiobook delves into the rise of the Black Power movement, the Chicano activism, and the emergence of Asian American identity, while also highlighting the antiwar, gay liberation, and women’s movements. Drawing on extensive archival research and personal narratives, the authors present a richly detailed account of LA's counterculture and its far-reaching impact.