Tents, Tigers and the Ringling Brothers

Kids, People and Places, Biography, Non-Fiction, Performing Arts
Cover of the book Tents, Tigers and the Ringling Brothers by Jerry Apps, Wisconsin Historical Society Press
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Author: Jerry Apps ISBN: 9780870205521
Publisher: Wisconsin Historical Society Press Publication: November 26, 2013
Imprint: Wisconsin Historical Society Press Language: English
Author: Jerry Apps
ISBN: 9780870205521
Publisher: Wisconsin Historical Society Press
Publication: November 26, 2013
Imprint: Wisconsin Historical Society Press
Language: English

This new addition to the Badger Biography series for young readers features the story of the young Ringling brothers of circus fame. The book tells the inspiring story of the seven sons of German and French immigrants who were guided by their dreams to escape poverty through hard work and ambition. These entrepreneurial brothers moved with their parents to Baraboo, Wisconsin where their fantastic circus adventure began. With no circus experience, the brothers tackled one of the riskiest businesses of the time. Each brother contributed his unique talents to make their enterprise successful. The Ringling Brothers were admired for their technological innovations, strategy and devotion to education. They were also esteemed for their genuine appreciation of their audience.

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This new addition to the Badger Biography series for young readers features the story of the young Ringling brothers of circus fame. The book tells the inspiring story of the seven sons of German and French immigrants who were guided by their dreams to escape poverty through hard work and ambition. These entrepreneurial brothers moved with their parents to Baraboo, Wisconsin where their fantastic circus adventure began. With no circus experience, the brothers tackled one of the riskiest businesses of the time. Each brother contributed his unique talents to make their enterprise successful. The Ringling Brothers were admired for their technological innovations, strategy and devotion to education. They were also esteemed for their genuine appreciation of their audience.

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