Writers @ Stanton: Helen Pitt
Uncover Luna Park's extraordinary story with journalist Helen Pitt in-conversation with Dr Ian Hoskins to discuss her new book.
In Luna Park, Helen Pitt shares the dazzling, rollercoaster story of Australia's iconic harbourside amusement park. It's filled with con men and criminals, crooked cops, failed politicians and movie moguls. Like the circuses, from which amusement parks evolved, this is a tale with elephants, performing snakes and many ringmasters.
About the author
Helen Pitt is an award-winning journalist and author. Her first book, The House: The dramatic story of the Sydney Opera House and the people who made it, won the 2018 Walkley Book Award.
Organised in partnership with Constant Reader Bookshop.
Accessibility
This event will be held on Level 1 and is accessible for people using mobility aids via lift. A hearing loop is also installed.
Uncover Luna Park's extraordinary story with journalist Helen Pitt in-conversation with Dr Ian Hoskins to discuss her new book.
In Luna Park, Helen Pitt shares the dazzling, rollercoaster story of Australia's iconic harbourside amusement park. It's filled with con men and criminals, crooked cops, failed politicians and movie moguls. Like the circuses, from which amusement parks evolved, this is a tale with elephants, performing snakes and many ringmasters.
About the author
Helen Pitt is an award-winning journalist and author. Her first book, The House: The dramatic story of the Sydney Opera House and the people who made it, won the 2018 Walkley Book Award.
Organised in partnership with Constant Reader Bookshop.
Accessibility
This event will be held on Level 1 and is accessible for people using mobility aids via lift. A hearing loop is also installed.
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Highlights
- 1 hour
- In-person
Location
Stanton Library, Level 1
234 Miller St
North Sydney, NSW 2060
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