Wild, Weird, and Wonderful: The American Circus Circa 1901-1927: As Seen by F. W. Glasier, (Hardcover) by Mark Sloan, F W Glasier

9780971454842. New condition. Hard cover. Language: English. Pages: 128. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. With dust jacket. 128 p. Contains: Illustrations. Here, in both glory and grit, is the American circus during the most vibrant period in its history. These photos, not seen for almost a century, show it all, from the pre-performance parades and tent raisings to the magical events under the "Big Top" and the train leaving town. These remarkable images capture both the intensity of the routines and the spirit of camaraderie of the performers. 75 photos.