We'll Show the World: Expo 88

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780702259906
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2018
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Pages: 296

Discover the transformative story behind Brisbane's iconic Expo 88 with "We'll Show the World." This compelling account provides a deep dive into Australia's largest international exhibition, blending elements of culture, entertainment, and socio-political commentary.

As the longest and most significant event of Australia's bicentennial, Expo 88 symbolized a cultural renaissance for Brisbane. Uncover how this massive event, originally labeled a 'Joh Show' under Premier Joh Bjelke-Petersen's controversial rule, evolved into a significant cultural milestone that resonated with the people.

In this beautifully crafted book, readers will explore the intricate planning and execution of Expo 88, revealing how it served as a catalyst for community pride and city identity. This publication not only commemorates the 30th anniversary of Expo but also reflects on its lasting impact, making it an essential read for anyone interested in Australian history, events, or the growth of Brisbane.

Join us on this nostalgic journey through the extraordinary blend of architecture, art, and innovation that defined Expo 88. Whether you're a local or an international visitor, discover why this exhibition remains a treasured memory in Brisbane's collective consciousness. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of this rich history. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order when you purchase "We'll Show the World." Please allow up to 10 days for delivery as combined shipping with other products is not available.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780702259906
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2018
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Pages: 296


Description:
World Expo 88 was the largest, longest, and strangest of Australia's bicentennial events. A shiny 1980s amalgam of shopping mall, cultural precinct, theme park, travelogue, and rock concert, the Expo 88 behemoth is commonly credited as the catalyst for Brisbane's 'coming of age'. So how did one long and expensive party change a city forever?

We'll Show the World lifts the curtain on Expo 88. It explores the shifting social and political environment in which Expo 88 was conceived, planned, and executed - an environment shaped as much by Queensland's controversial premier Joh Bjelke-Petersen as it was by those who reacted against his protracted and authoritarian reign. This book considers how an event once mocked as a 'Joh Show' became the people's party, and how something initially greeted with outrage, scepticism, or indifference came to mean so much to so many.

Published to coincide with the celebration of Expo's 30th birthday, We'll Show the World is the story of how, to Brisbane, Expo was personal.

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