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Acrobats and Mountebanks
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781023201728
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 270
Weight: 1.22
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Delve into the captivating world of Acrobats and Mountebanks, a fascinating exploration of street performers, circus acts, and the art of entertainment. Authored by Hugues Le Roux and Jules Garnier, this volume offers a glimpse into a bygone era of acrobats, mountebanks, and the vibrant culture surrounding these entertainers.
Explore the historical context of circus arts and street performance, examining the skills, psychology, and general allure of these captivating figures. From daring acrobats to charismatic mountebanks, this book illuminates the dedication and artistry behind their craft. Meticulously prepared for print republication, this edition preserves the original insights and observations, ensuring that the legacy of these performers continues to inspire and intrigue. Discover the timeless appeal of Acrobats and Mountebanks and the enduring fascination with the world of performing arts and physical feats.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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