circus owners

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The great and only Barnum

the tremendous, stupendous life of showman P.T. Barnum
Chronicles the life of showman P. T. Barnum, discussing how he created his legendary circus, the people and events that shaped his life, and the impact Barnum had on the entertainment industry.
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Who was P.T. Barnum?

Looks at the life of American showman, politician, and businessman, and founder of Barnum & Bailey Circus, P.T. Barnum.
Cover image of Who was P.T. Barnum?

Who was P.T. Barnum?

Looks at the life of American showman, politician, and businessman, and founder of Barnum & Bailey Circus, P.T. Barnum.
Cover image of Who was P.T. Barnum?

The great and only Barnum

the tremendous, stupendous life of showman P.T. Barnum
Chronicles the life of showman P. T. Barnum, discussing how he created his legendary circus, the people and events that shaped his life, and the impact Barnum had on the entertainment industry.

The greatest showman

An original musical screenplay brings to life the story of P.T. Barnum and his creation of "the greatest show on Earth". Rising from nothing, P.T. sets out to make a better life for his family. His creativity and drive take him on an fantastic journey beyond what he or anyone else could have imagined. In the end he creates a magical experience that will be enjoyed and celebrated by generations to come.

The Blue Moon Circus

a novel
2003
Lewis Tully is a circus man who has survived a wide variety of disasters and as he closes his career, he assembles an unusual band of characters for one last hurrah.

P.T. Barnum

the legend and the man
1989
Draws from diaries, contracts, personal correspondence, and other primary sources to examine the life and career of circus proprietor P.T. Barnum, discussing the dichotomy between the image he showed to the public and the reality of the private man.

P. T. Barnum

"every crowd has a silver lining"
2009
Examines the life of showman P. T. Barnum, discussing his early life in Connecticut, his entrepreneurial efforts, his purchase of the American Museum, his financial troubles, and his creation of the "Greatest Show on Earth.".

P. T. Barnum

1977
An easy-to-read biography of the man who created "The Greatest Show on Earth.".

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