Publisher's Synopsis
""The Ways of the Circus"" is a memoir written by George Conklin, a famous tamer of lions in the early 20th century. The book chronicles Conklin's life and adventures as a circus performer, from his early days as a young boy working with animals to his rise to fame as a lion tamer. Conklin shares his experiences traveling with different circus companies, working with various animals, and the challenges he faced in his profession. He also provides insights into the inner workings of the circus industry, including the relationships between performers, the business side of the circus, and the daily routines of circus life. Throughout the book, Conklin's love and respect for the animals he worked with shines through, and he provides a unique perspective on the world of the circus. ""The Ways of the Circus"" is a fascinating and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of the circus or the lives of performers in the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
