P.T. Barnum: Genius of the Three-ring CircusFamous for his hoaxes and his elaborate circus, P. T. Barnum was often accused of rising to success by tricking the public. Barnum's fame, however, came from his ability to capture people's attention and imagination. Barnum continuously worked to make his attractions, including a mermaid, midgets, and a giant elephant, better to amuse and entertain the crowds. Author Karen Clemens Warrick traces the life of the man who devoted his life to amazing and entertaining people. |
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Acknowledgments | 4 |
Birth of a Humbug | 14 |
Tricks of the Trade | 23 |
Copyright | |
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