Robert McLaughlin Livres

Freedomland opened on June 19, 1960, in the Baychester section of the Bronx, New York. Historically themed attractions and costumed cast members were located throughout the seven sections. Designed by Marco Engineering of Los Angeles for International Recreation Corporation, it was the third and largest innovative theme park built across America to mimic Disneyland. Constructed in the shape of the United States and presenting 200 years of American history, Freedomland was intended to be both exciting and educational. In addition, Freedomland offered national and local stars, big bands, and daily entertainment events. Professional character actors also worked throughout the park. Through photographs, Freedomland: 1960-1964 takes a tour of all seven sections of Freedomland and more. Although it was open for just five seasons, the park's guests and cast members were fortunate to have their very own "Disneyland of the East."

The author's successes, chronicled here, in turning failed companies into prosperous operations are complex and enlightening. Readers will learn unique approaches for selling products, improving financial performance, expanding market share, reducing costs, justifying investments and achieving extraordinary returns on the sale of assets. Whether you are young and aspire to be a leader, are a seasoned manager seeking to be a CEO, or somewhere in between, this essential read will accelerate your advancement. Creative Destruction - the rejection of existing cultures and standards- is required to make the transition from sub-par performance to prosperous performance. Creative Destruction goes beyond a memoir; it is a critique of how inferior management practices had impaired the performance of numerous companies and how the introduction of modern, aggressive management practices enabled the transformation of those businesses into valuable cash generating enterprises.

Nestled in the foothills of Golden, Colorado, construction began on Magic Mountain just two years after Disneyland's opening season. Through never-before-seen photographs, Magic Mountain tells the exciting story of the first attempt in America to spread the Disneyland model. The dream of a theme park in Colorado was conceived by Walter F. Cobb and designed by Marco Engineering of Los Angeles. The park saw tens of thousands of visitors, even during the construction period. They witnessed live gunfights and playhouse melodramas and took a ride on the Magic Mountain railroad. Unfortunately, the park closed at the end of its premier season in 1960, but it would eventually evolve into Heritage Square. For over 40 years, this venue brought fun and entertainment to the young and young at heart, following Cobb's vision of a clean, entertaining, and educational park for the whole family.

Set against the backdrop of its 1959 opening, the book explores Pleasure Island, a unique theme park designed to rival Disneyland. Built by Childlife Magazine's William Hawkes and others, this 80-acre attraction transformed wetlands into a vibrant playground. Through nostalgic photographs, it captures the magic of experiences like boat rides to Pirate Cove and thrilling attractions like the Slanty Shanty. Pleasure Island offered a captivating environment where both children and adults enjoyed immersive performances, creating a theatrical amusement experience unlike any other.

Pleasure Island opened on June 22, 1959, in Wakefield, Massachusetts. Designed by Marco Engineering of Los Angeles, it was the second of three innovative theme parks built across America to mimic Disneyland. Pleasure Island was conceived by William Hawkes, president of Child Life magazine, and with support from Boston's Cabot, Cabot & Forbes and local and national investors, the vision of the park was brought to life. Just by passing through a turnstile, children and the young at heart could leave the present and enter into a world of the past. Clipper Cove was a replica of an old New England fishing village, and Goldpan Gulch re-created the Old West. With state-of-the-art attractions and national and local live entertainment, Pleasure Island became one of the top-grossing parks in the nation. Known as the "Disneyland of the East," the park was enjoyed for 11 seasons, until its closing in 1969.

Exploring the perspectives of Orange Canadian unionists and Irish Canadian nationalists, the book delves into their interpretations of heritage, loyalty to the British Empire, and concepts of Canadian citizenship. Robert McLaughlin sheds light on the complexities of identity and belonging within these communities, revealing how historical narratives shape their views and experiences in Canada.