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Bill Cotter

    Bill Cotter se vášnivě věnuje studiu a sběratelství světových výstav od své první návštěvy Světové výstavy v New Yorku v letech 1964–1965. Jeho sbírka vintage fotografií byla prezentována v mnoha knihách, včetně tří předchozích titulů pro Arcadia Publishing, stejně jako v článcích, dokumentech a na webových stránkách, které dokumentují historii světových výstav. Jeho práce se zaměřuje na vizuální vyprávění příběhů a nostalgické zobrazení technologického pokroku a kulturní atmosféry minulé éry.

    San Francisco's 1939-1940 World's Fair: The Golden Gate International Exposition
    Don't Push the Button! A Halloween Treat
    1939-1940 New York World's Fair
    Don't Push the Button!
    Seattle's 1962 World's Fair
    Spokane's Expo '74
    • 2022

      The Splendid Ticket

      • 303 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      Angie Bigelow faces a life-altering decision after winning a $324 million lottery ticket, contemplating whether to share it with her unreliable partner, Dean Lee Grandet. As tragedy strikes their family, the story explores the complexities of love, loyalty, and the potential consequences of newfound wealth. Set against the backdrop of the Texas Hill Country, the narrative combines poignant moments with dark humor, revealing the intricate dynamics of the Grandet family as they navigate their intertwined fates amid personal and financial upheaval.

      The Splendid Ticket
    • 2022

      A new take on the classic rhyme, five little monkeys jumping on the bed! Larry the monster is back in this perfect read-aloud from Bill Cotter, creator of the USA Todaybestseller Don't Push the Buttonbook. Larry is back! And this time he has enlisted his monster friends to cause monster mayhem! Prompts to "pet,"; "press,"; and "tickle"; the monsters make this a fun, interactive story that little ones will enjoy. Five little monsters jumping on the bed. One fell off and bumped his head. Mama called the doctor and the doctor said, "No more monsters jumping on the bed." This is the perfect children's monster book or book for 1-3 year olds to gift at birthdays, holidays, and more!

      Five Little Monsters Jumping on the Bed
    • 2021

      The Golden Gate International Exposition (GGIE) was a massive undertaking. The city of San Francisco had long looked for a site for a new airport to service the Pacific market, and the fair provided the impetus to build Treasure Island, a man-made island that would eventually service the massive seaplanes in use at the time. The GGIE also helped cement the Bay Area as a tourism and business center, competing directly with the 1939-1940 New York World's Fair. While New York centered more on the industrial side, the GGIE showcased the many natural wonders of the West, with expansive gardens and complementing architecture. The GGIE was a success on all counts, enticing millions of visitors to travel to the region. When the fair was over, Treasure Island became an important naval base during World War II.

      San Francisco's 1939-1940 World's Fair: The Golden Gate International Exposition
    • 2021
    • 2018

      Don't Push the Button! A Halloween Treat

      • 22 stránek
      • 1 hodina čtení
      4,2(89)Ohodnotit

      Approaching a scary house while treat-or-treating, a reluctant monster warns readers not to ring the doorbell or the monsters that live there may gobble them up.

      Don't Push the Button! A Halloween Treat
    • 2017

      Spokane's Expo '74

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení
      4,4(6)Ohodnotit

      In the late 1960s, Spokane's civic leaders were desperately looking for a way to revitalize a large section of downtown, especially a motley collection of little-used railroad lines and polluted industrial sites along the Spokane River. Their solution was to use the area for Expo '74, which was billed as the first ecologically themed world's fair. Critics predicted the project was sure to fail, as Spokane was the smallest city to ever host a world's fair, but history proved them wrong. From the minute the gates opened on May 4, 1974, the crowds loved the fair. Hosting 5.4 million visitors, with participation from several major companies and countries, Expo '74 was a success. As planned, it launched a rebirth along the river that left a permanent legacy, the popular Riverfront Park.

      Spokane's Expo '74
    • 2017

      Don't Touch This Book!

      • 24 stránek
      • 1 hodina čtení

      Larry the lovable monster from Don't Push the Button! is back with another hilarious, interactive adventure!I know what you're thinking: this is a pretty cool-looking book. But ... DON'T TOUCH THIS BOOK! (Don't even try it, bub.)Okay, okay. You can touch, but you can only use ONE finger. Whoa

      Don't Touch This Book!
    • 2015

      Chicago's 1933-34 World's Fair

      A Century of Progress

      • 130 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení

      Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, the 1933-34 Chicago World's Fair celebrated a century of progress in the city. It featured participation from major American companies and international countries, showcasing innovations and histories. Despite initial financial struggles, small investors helped bring the fair to life, which ultimately attracted 39 million visitors and turned a profit. This book includes a collection of rare and previously unpublished photographs that capture the fair's major attractions and the transformations that occurred between its two seasons.

      Chicago's 1933-34 World's Fair
    • 2015

      Don't Push the Button!

      • 24 stránek
      • 1 hodina čtení
      4,3(2554)Ohodnotit

      The only rule in Larry's book is that the reader not push the button, but when no one is looking, it may be irresistible

      Don't Push the Button!
    • 2010

      Seattle's 1962 World's Fair

      • 128 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení
      4,3(29)Ohodnotit

      Set against the backdrop of the 1960s Space Race, Seattle's ambitious campaign for the 1962 World's Fair transformed the city into a futuristic showcase. With over nine million visitors, the fair featured a vibrant array of exhibits from around the globe, reimagining urban life and technology. Iconic structures like the Space Needle and monorail emerged, leaving a lasting legacy on Seattle's landscape. After the fair, the site evolved into a complex of parks and museums, continuing to enrich the city's culture and community.

      Seattle's 1962 World's Fair