Lillian Roxon - Roxon's Rock Encyclopedia

Roxon's Rock Encyclopedia

During 1968-1969 Roxon was commissioned to write what became the world's first rock encyclopedia, published by Grosset & Dunlap in late 1969 and the work for which she is best remembered. It was extremely successful, is still regarded as a landmark in popular music writing and is often quoted. However, the work had to be written concurrently with her regular duties as the Herald correspondent and other press commitments. The punishing schedule took a heavy toll on her health and she developed asthma.