Wu-Tang Clan Unveil "The Rarest Book In Hip-Hop History"

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The Wu-Tang Clan continue their trend of exclusivity with the announcement of "Wu-Tang Clan Legacy," the rarest book in hip-hop history.

Wu-Tang is for the children, and as such, those children must one day learn the history of the great and mighty hip-hop group. Now, that process will be slightly easier, provided one can get a hold of the extremely limited-edition Wu-Tang Clan coffee table that is officially on the way. Of course, it should be noted that this new tome is taking a page out of their fabled Once Upon A Time In Shaolin album, insofar as exclusivity is concerned.

Wu-Tang Clan Unveil "The Rarest Book In Hip-Hop History"
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Case in point, HipHopNMore reports that the book is already being dubbed "the biggest and rarest book in the history of Hip Hop,” as detailed in a press release surrounding the big release. Featuring 300 pages worth of color pictures spanning across the group's storied career, the book itself will be "encased in a striking bronze-encrusted black steel chamber" designed by sculptor Gethin Jones, weighing in at over four-hundred pounds. 

While the Wu-Tang Clan Legacy book will clearly be an incredible collector's item for die-hard fans, it would appear that securing a copy might not be so easy. After all, a mere thirty-six copies have been created; while certainly thematically appropriate, it's hardly ideal for anyone who isn't the most ardent collector. Should you be interested to try your hand at a priority purchase, you can sign up via email at the official Wu-Tang Clan Legacy website right here. If you're simply looking to admire this fine blend of hip-hop history and stellar craftsmanship from afar, check out a brief promo video below.


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<b>Feature Editor</b> <!--BR--> Mitch Findlay is a writer and hip-hop journalist based in Montreal. Resident old head by default. Enjoys writing Original Content about music, albums, lyrics, and rap history. His favorite memories include interviewing J.I.D and EarthGang at the "Revenge Of The Dreamers 3" studio sessions in Atlanta and receiving a phone call from Dr. Dre. In his spare time he makes horror movies.
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