Beneath the Big Top: A Social History of the Circus in Britain

by Steve Ward and Steve Ward

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Beneath the Big Top is a social history of the circus, from its ancient roots to the rise of the 'modern' tented traveling shows. A performer and founder of a circus group, Steve Ward draws on eyewitness accounts and contemporary interviews to explore the triumphs and disasters of the circus world. He reveals the stories beneath the big top during the golden age of the circus and the lives of circus folk, which were equally colorful outside the ring:...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1783030496

ISBN13:9781783030491

Release Date:November 2014

Publisher:Pen and Sword History

Length:232 Pages

Weight:1.23 lbs.

Dimensions:0.9" x 6.4" x 9.2"

Related Subjects

Arts, Music & Photography History Performing Arts

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