The Silent Showman
sir george tallis, the man behind the world's largest entertainment organisation of the 1920s
$30.87
- Hardcover
384 pages
- Release Date
14 December 2006
Summary
The Silent Showman: The Rise of George Tallis
George Tallis, a 17-year-old immigrant, arrived in Australia in 1886 and ascended to lead J.C. Williamson Ltd, the globe’s largest entertainment enterprise. This biography unveils his remarkable journey and provides an enthralling perspective on the Australian entertainment industry from 1886 to 1938.
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781862547353 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1862547351 |
| Author: | Joan Tallis, Michael Tallis |
| Publisher: | Wakefield Press |
| Imprint: | Wakefield Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 384 |
| Release Date: | 14 December 2006 |
| Weight: | 970g |
| Dimensions: | 240mm x 170mm |
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About The Author
Joan Tallis
Michael Tallis, DSc, researched mathematical problems in genetics, biology and medicine, and is affiliated with the University of Adelaide. With respect to The Silent Showman Michael and his wife, Joan, ‘started with nothing and came from nowhere’ as Melbourne Punch might have put it. Gradually, as the story unfolded, they became fascinated by the JC Williamson Firm.
Joan Tallis has extensive experience in genealogical and historical research work and enjoys a challenge. With respect to The Silent Showman Joan and her husband, Michael, ‘started with nothing and came from nowhere’ as Melbourne Punch might have put it. Gradually, as the story unfolded, they became fascinated by the JC Williamson Firm.
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