Barnum, showman of America

1957239 pagesD. McKay Co.

Explore the remarkable life of P. T. Barnum, from his humble beginnings in Connecticut to his rise as a legendary showman. This biography, drawing from Barnum's own autobiography, chronicles his journey and impact until his death in 1891. Discover the man behind the spectacles and his enduring legacy in American entertainment.

Avg. reading time: 4h 32m
Prose complexity: 4/10

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Helen Wells

Helen Frances Weinstock was born on 29 March 1910, in Danville, Illinois, USA. Her family moved to New York City when she was about seven. As a teenager, she studied painting at the Art Students League in New York City; she also studied music. At New York University, she became the first female editor of the school's literary quarterly. She graduated from NYU in 1934, with a major in philosophy and a minor in sociology and psychology. After graduation, she worked for a time as a social worker...

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P. T. Barnum (1810-1891)

Connecticut