The Encyclopedia of Generation X: Everything You Forgot You Remembered

By Sue Jones

The definitive cultural history of Generation X is finally here. The Encyclopedia of Generation X is a comprehensive, entertaining, and nostalgia-packed deep dive into the years that shaped the original middle children of history--those born between 1965 and 1980. From Atari to MTV, grunge to goth, and Walkmans to the World Wide Web, this book captures the pop culture, politics, music, movies, fashion, food, and formative moments that defined a generation raised in the shadow of boomers and ahead of the millennial curve. Broken down by decade-spanning chapters, this encyclopedia covers everything from the top record albums and bestselling novels to breakthrough technologies, iconic TV shows, historic Supreme Court cases, and even the price of gas year-by-year. Featuring biographical snapshots of famous Gen X icons like Kurt Cobain, Winona Ryder, Shaquille O'Neal, Björk, Trent Reznor, and Elon Musk, this book highlights how Gen Xers quietly shaped the modern world--without asking for applause. Whether you grew up with Saturday morning cartoons, or the rise of personal computers, The Encyclopedia of Generation X is your cultural time capsule. Equal parts memory lane and historical archive, it's perfect for Gen Xers, pop culture lovers, and anyone curious about the analog-to-digital transition generation.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F62KQWJM
• ISBN13: 9798281022194
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 102 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.4" x 6.0"