The Book and Society 22% / Knjiga i društvo 22%
A publication on the occasion of the one day protest, multimedia manifestation that took place on the 10 July 1998, against a 22% taxes (VAT) on books. In comparison with some other European countries, the books in Croatia were too expensive even without the new tax (VAT), which government decided to introduce in 1998. At the same time in our country was big economically crises. The statistics had shown a huge decrease in the sale of books during the first half of the year.
About 30 contemporary artists from different generations took part in the project. Performances were held in the city centre and installations were put in the streets, sqares, bookshops and libraries. Some works were printed in the magazines and daily press, some were put on the net. A popular independent radio station was used, video and film were shown in multimedia centre. Leaflets were handed out all around the Zagreb. Protest caused writers and publishers reaction and lot of discussions in the media. They spoke in support of the action. After 1 year the tax (VAT) on books was withdraw.
Available in Croatian language only.