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Wednesday, August 22, 2007

You had to be there

David Rockwell has just released a new book called Spectacle which the blurb describes as:

"a dynamic visual essay that celebrates the phenomenon and history of communal, awe-inspiring public performance worldwide — from the stadium to the streets, from religious festivals to political marches, and from the ever-changing skyline of Las Vegas to ephemeral fireworks displays."

some of the events covered are pretty awesome in their grandiosity, it's hard to believe stuff like this is happening while I'm on the bus to work.

A few sample pics and articles:






You can read more here: www.spectaclethebook.com

or buy it here: Amazon

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