The Circus Boys on the Flying Rings; Or, Making the Start in the Sawdust Life

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Author Darlington, Edgar B. P.
Title The Circus Boys on the Flying Rings; Or, Making the Start in the Sawdust Life
Note Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note Circus boys series
Credits Greg Berckes
Summary "The Circus Boys on the Flying Rings; Or, Making the Start in the Sawdust Life" by Edgar B. P. Darlington is a children’s adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows two boys, Phil Forrest and Teddy Tucker, who dream of joining a circus and embarking on thrilling escapades filled with excitement and friendship. Throughout their journey, they encounter challenges, including the strict authority of Phil's uncle, leading to moments of both peril and triumph, as they navigate the highs and lows of seeking their dreams in the dazzling world of the circus. The opening of the story introduces us to Phil and Teddy as they daydream about performing aerial stunts like trapeze artists. Phil’s life is fraught with difficulties due to his miserly uncle, who scorns his ambitions. After a confrontation with his uncle over Phil's desire to attend the circus—a rare pleasure since his mother’s death—Phil finds himself homeless but optimistic. He seeks work and helps a circus manager save a lion's cage on the brink of toppling, which earns him a ticket to the show and begins to establish his place in this thrilling new world. This opening sets the stage for Phil's evolution from a restricted boy into a budding circus performer, capturing the reader’s attention with themes of adventure, resilience, and the quest for freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Circus -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 2474
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 21, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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