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Circus: Cinders to Sawdust

Circus: Cinders to Sawdust

O'Brien, Esse Forrester
Jones, James T.

Hardcover

Entertainment & Performing ArtsFiction AnthologiesGeneral Drama

ISBN10: 1258238195
ISBN13: 9781258238193
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Mar 17 2012
Pages: 362
Weight: 1.44
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Circus: Cinders To Sawdust is a fascinating book by Esse Forrester O'Brien that explores the history and culture of the circus. From its origins in ancient Rome and Greece to its heyday in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the author provides a comprehensive overview of the circus's evolution over the centuries. The book delves into the lives of famous circus performers, such as P.T. Barnum, the Ringling Brothers, and the famous clown Emmett Kelly. It also provides insights into the behind-the-scenes workings of the circus, including the logistics of setting up and tearing down the big top, the training of animals, and the challenges of performing death-defying stunts. Throughout the book, the author highlights the unique and colorful characters that make up the circus world, from acrobats and clowns to animal trainers and ringmasters. The book is filled with stunning photographs and illustrations that bring the circus to life, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of this iconic American institution. Overall, Circus: Cinders To Sawdust is a captivating and informative book that sheds light on the fascinating world of the circus and its enduring legacy in American culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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