Megaevents and Modernity Olympics and Expos in the Growth of Global Culture |
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Author:
| Roche, Maurice |
ISBN: | 978-0-415-15711-7 |
Publication Date: | Oct 2000 |
Publisher: | Routledge
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $245.00 |
Book Description:
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Explores the social history and politics of 'mega-events' from the late 19th century to the present. Case studies: 1936 Berlin Olympics, 1992 Barcelona Olympics, 1851 Crystal Palace Expo. A thoroughly new and ground-breaking analysis.
Explores the social history and politics of 'mega-events' from the late 19th century to the present. Case studies: 1936 Berlin Olympics, 1992 Barcelona Olympics, 1851 Crystal Palace Expo. A thoroughly new and ground-breaking analysis.