Expo International Expositions 1851-2010 |
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Author:
| Jackson, Anna |
ISBN: | 978-1-85177-540-8 |
Publication Date: | Sep 2008 |
Publisher: | V&A Publishing
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | AUD $49.95 |
Book Description:
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International expositions, held around the globe since 1851, have helped to shape the modern world. Unsurpassed in their scale and confidence, they rank among the most spectacular, popular and important events ever held. Following the enormous success of London's Great Exhibition of 1851, expositions have been held in Europe, America and Asia and provided a stage on which the world has come together to display its achievements and ambitions.
International expositions, held around the globe since 1851, have helped to shape the modern world. Unsurpassed in their scale and confidence, they rank among the most spectacular, popular and important events ever held. Following the enormous success of London's Great Exhibition of 1851, expositions have been held in Europe, America and Asia and provided a stage on which the world has come together to display its achievements and ambitions.