| From Barnum & Bailey to Feld: The Creative Evolution of the Greatest Show on Earth Contributor(s): Albrecht, Ernest (Author) |
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ISBN: 0786495243 ISBN-13: 9780786495245 Publisher: McFarland & Company OUR PRICE: $39.55 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Circus |
| Dewey: 791.3 |
| LCCN: 2014018876 |
| Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.9" W x 9.9" (1.05 lbs) 308 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Since its inception in 1872, the Greatest Show on Earth has continually transformed itself to meet changing tastes and cultural shifts. Over the course of its long existence, it has been at various times a biblical spectacle and historical pageant, a ceremonial introduction to the peoples and cultures of the world, and a fairy tale masque. It has also featured sights ranging from gladiatorial combat and aerial daredevils to oddities of nature and foolhardy wonders. This work chronicles the colorful artistry of the Greatest Show on Earth from its beginning to 2010, revealing how each of 12 changes in management brought about changes in style and content. More than 50 photographs bring the flamboyant performers and amazing spectacles to life in this informative appreciation of the circus and its evolution. |