Battle of Sydney Harbour, 1942 - Night Attack! (SOLD OUT)
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Barry O'Keefe Library
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Come along to our author talk, film, exhibition and Ken Done paintings!
Join author Peter Grose and designer Gary Jackson for a thrilling account of events May 31- June 1, 1942. Gary’s short video ‘NIGHT ATTACK’ will be followed by Peter’s talk based on 'THE BATTLE OF SYDNEY HARBOUR' and his ‘A VERY RUDE AWAKENING.’ The presentation will bring to life this moment in our history and focus on debunking long-held myths.
As a special treat, selected Ken Done paintings from his midget sub series will be on loan from Mosman Gallery, and their significance discussed. Gary and Darragh Christie have created a dramatic display of images, text, newspaper articles and replicas to enhance the event, and be enjoyed with the paintings, over wine and nibbles.
'THE BATTLE OF SYDNEY HARBOUR' is a unique, richly illustrated book. It’s bi-lingual Japanese and English accounts puts former enemies, now friends, experiences side by side. It will be available with other books for sale, and signed.
Join author Peter Grose and designer Gary Jackson for a thrilling account of events May 31- June 1, 1942. Gary’s short video ‘NIGHT ATTACK’ will be followed by Peter’s talk based on 'THE BATTLE OF SYDNEY HARBOUR' and his ‘A VERY RUDE AWAKENING.’ The presentation will bring to life this moment in our history and focus on debunking long-held myths.
As a special treat, selected Ken Done paintings from his midget sub series will be on loan from Mosman Gallery, and their significance discussed. Gary and Darragh Christie have created a dramatic display of images, text, newspaper articles and replicas to enhance the event, and be enjoyed with the paintings, over wine and nibbles.
'THE BATTLE OF SYDNEY HARBOUR' is a unique, richly illustrated book. It’s bi-lingual Japanese and English accounts puts former enemies, now friends, experiences side by side. It will be available with other books for sale, and signed.
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