Spectacle

by Bruce Mau, David Rockwell, Rockwell Architecture Planning and Design P.C., et al.

Book Overview

Spectacle is a dynamic visual essay that celebrates the phenomenon and history of public performance worldwide -- from the theater to the streets, from religious festivals to political marches, and from permanent spectacles like the city of Las Vegas to ephemeral fireworks displays. Stunning color and archival photographs document 19 events, among them the Olympic Games, Carnival, the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, and the Burning Man festival...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0714845744
• ISBN13: 9780714845746
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Phaidon Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 3.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 8.6" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary