Before TikTok, Instagram, or even radio, there were World’s Fairs. These grand expositions once drew tens of millions to marvel at the future: cars, computers, elevators, and even air conditioning made their appearances at these dazzling events. In Expositions & World’s Fairs: In the Beginning, author Bob McGlincy brings to life the visionary spirit, monumental achievements, and cultural revolutions sparked by these incredible gatherings.
From The Great Exhibition of 1851 in London to the awe-inspiring innovations that followed, McGlincy traces how World’s Fairs became crucibles of invention and imagination. Readers will journey behind the scenes of the architects, entrepreneurs, and dreamers who turned industrial ambitions into global phenomena. The book explores how the fairs transformed not just cities, but entire civilizations through engineering breakthroughs, advertising revolutions, and technological spectacles that shaped modern life.
“These fairs electrified the world with education, innovation, and excitement,” McGlincy writes. “They were the entertainment meccas of their time, introducing people to inventions that would soon define daily life.”
Whether readers are fascinated by architectural marvels, industrial innovation, or cultural exchange, this richly detailed narrative reveals how world expositions became the original engines of progress and wonder.
Praise for Expositions & World’s Fairs: In the Beginning
The book has already drawn acclaim from critics. Literary Titan writes: “History books can often drag, but not this one. McGlincy’s writing makes the past feel present... It has the feel of someone at your kitchen table telling you about the biggest, wildest party no one talks about anymore.” They further praise the author’s ability to blend history, storytelling, and insight: “If you’re into history, architecture, innovation, or just curious about how we got from 19th-century steam engines to modern mega-conventions, this is a great read.”
"McGlincy cements his role as the premiere historian of the tradeshow world. He brings the past to life in vivid detail connecting today's industry to the spectacles andi innovation of global fairs from centuries past." – Mark Hebert, ECN
Kirkus Reviews writes: "McGlincy is a seasoned expert on the history and vitality of the events industry; this is a concise, engaging work ... An engrossing, visually satisfying history of the 19th century."
With vivid storytelling and a passion for discovery, Expositions & World’s Fairs: In the Beginning brings readers into the vibrant, bustling world where tomorrow was first unveiled to the public eye. Get your copy today at Amazon.
About the Author
Bob McGlincy is the co-author of the award-winning The Invisible Industry — The Evolution of Trade Shows, a 2024 Amazon “Top New Release.” A veteran of the events industry, McGlincy is also a columnist for Exhibit City News magazine, where his thought-provoking pieces explore the intersections of innovation, design, and human connection. With Expositions & World’s Fairs: In the Beginning, he combines his insider’s knowledge of large-scale events with a historian’s eye for detail to chronicle how exhibitions changed the world.
Step deeper into the fascinating world of innovation, history, and storytelling. Visit bobmcglincyauthor.com to learn more about Bob McGlincy, explore his latest works, read insights on the evolution of world’s fairs and trade shows, and stay updated on upcoming releases and events.
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