Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. "Barnum" by M.R. Werner is a comprehensive and vivid biography of Phineas Taylor Barnum, the legendary American showman who redefined entertainment in the 19th century. The work traces Barnum's meteoric rise from a small-town storekeeper to the world-renowned proprietor of the American Museum and "The Greatest Show on Earth." Werner explores the complex personality of a man who mastered the art of the humbug, turning public curiosity into a lucrative industry.The narrative details Barnum's landmark successes, including the celebrated American tour of the Swedish Nightingale, Jenny Lind, and his famous partnership with Charles Stratton, better known as General Tom Thumb. Beyond the spectacle of the circus and the sideshow, the book delves into Barnum's ventures in politics, his philanthropic efforts, and his enduring influence on American popular culture. This biography serves as a window into a transformative era of American history, capturing the spirit of an age defined by ambition, ingenuity, and the birth of modern advertising. It remains a definitive account of the man who arguably invented the modern concept of celebrity and public relations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025297019

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Morris Robert Werner

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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'Barnum' by M.R. Werner is a comprehensive and vivid biography of Phineas Taylor Barnum, the legendary American showman who redefined entertainment in the 19th century. The work traces Barnum's meteoric rise from a small-town storekeeper to the world-renowned proprietor of the American Museum and 'The Greatest Show on Earth.' Werner explores the complex personality of a man who mastered the art of the humbug, turning public curiosity into a lucrative industry.The narrative details Barnum's landmark successes, including the celebrated American tour of the Swedish Nightingale, Jenny Lind, and his famous partnership with Charles Stratton, better known as General Tom Thumb. Beyond the spectacle of the circus and the sideshow, the book delves into Barnum's ventures in politics, his philanthropic efforts, and his enduring influence on American popular culture. This biography serves as a window into a transformative era of American history, capturing the spirit of an age defined by ambition, ingenuity, and the birth of modern advertising. It remains a definitive account of the man who arguably invented the modern concept of celebrity and public relations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025297019

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