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Book by Barnum, Phineas Taylor
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From the Author:
“To the many boys of America, who have gazed with round-eyed wonder and admiration at the wild beasts which, for their amusement and instruction, I have gathered together from all parts of the world into my menagerie, I dedicate this story of a good and brave American boy, who fought with lions in their lairs and other wild animals in African jungles and Asiatic deserts, and gained much glory and wealth.” -- P. T. Barnum
About the Author:
Phineas Taylor Barnum was born on July 5, 1810 in the city of Bethel, Connecticut. He wasn't always the famous American showman as most people know him. In 1834 Barnum moved to New York City where he experimented with a variety of jobs. He tried selling hats and caps, running a boardinghouse, and working in a grocery store each unsuccessful.
Barnum began to write. He wrote of his perilous adventures among wild men, showing how wild beasts are captured and menageries are made.
Barnum was involved in things other than his circus. In 1865, Barnum was elected to the Connecticut legislature and led a fight against the railroad lobby during his first term, which turned out to be successful. From 1875 to 1876 he served as mayor for Bridgeport. Barnum was married and sadly his bride died in 1873. In 1874 he was remarried to an English woman. Barnum died in Bridgeport on April 7, 1891.
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- PublisherFredonia Books
- Publication date2001
- ISBN 10 1589634926
- ISBN 13 9781589634923
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages364
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