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LoC No.: 10008406

Title: The Autobiography of a Clown

Note: Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Autobiography of a Clown" by Isaac Frederick Marcosson is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and career of Jules Turnour, a circus clown whose journey begins in a circus wagon and takes him through the enchanting yet challenging world of clowning. Through Turnour's narrative, the reader is introduced to the traditions, challenges, and unique experiences that define the life of a clown. In this enlightening autobiography, Jules Turnour shares his experiences growing up in a circus environment and his eventual transition from acrobatics to clowning. He illustrates the hard work behind the art of clowning, detailing his rigorous training and the physical demands of the profession. Turnour's reflections highlight the emotional depth of a clown's life, revealing both the joy he brings to audiences and the personal sorrows he grapples with. This blend of levity and gravity provides a compelling insight into the clown's world, making the reader appreciate the complexity behind the character who seeks to entertain while often hiding their own pain. Ultimately, Turnour's story serves as a tribute to the enduring spirit of laughter and the magic of the circus. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Marcosson, Isaac Frederick, 1876-1961

EBook No.: 46139

Published: Jun 29, 2014

Downloads: 233

Language: English

Subject: Turnour, Jules, -1931

Subject: Clowns

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 10008406

Title: The Autobiography of a Clown

Note: Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Autobiography of a Clown" by Isaac Frederick Marcosson is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and career of Jules Turnour, a circus clown whose journey begins in a circus wagon and takes him through the enchanting yet challenging world of clowning. Through Turnour's narrative, the reader is introduced to the traditions, challenges, and unique experiences that define the life of a clown. In this enlightening autobiography, Jules Turnour shares his experiences growing up in a circus environment and his eventual transition from acrobatics to clowning. He illustrates the hard work behind the art of clowning, detailing his rigorous training and the physical demands of the profession. Turnour's reflections highlight the emotional depth of a clown's life, revealing both the joy he brings to audiences and the personal sorrows he grapples with. This blend of levity and gravity provides a compelling insight into the clown's world, making the reader appreciate the complexity behind the character who seeks to entertain while often hiding their own pain. Ultimately, Turnour's story serves as a tribute to the enduring spirit of laughter and the magic of the circus. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Marcosson, Isaac Frederick, 1876-1961

EBook No.: 46139

Published: Jun 29, 2014

Downloads: 233

Language: English

Subject: Turnour, Jules, -1931

Subject: Clowns

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.