
In this charming memoir, a seasoned circus clown recounts his life from the moment he was born in a wagon to his early days learning the art of slapstick and pantomime. He describes a childhood surrounded by performers—his mother a former ballet star, his father an acrobat—who taught him the ropes of the traveling show. The narrative captures the vivid sights, sounds, and camaraderie of the nomadic circus world, inviting listeners to step into the colorful tents and feel the pulse of the big top.
Beyond the pratfalls and painted smiles, the clown reflects on why laughter endures, arguing that humor is a universal language that bridges borders and comforts the soul. He shares his philosophy that a true clown must be both a diligent student of his craft and a compassionate friend to the audience, especially the children who adore him. Listeners will find a blend of humor, humility, and heartfelt insight into an art form often taken for granted.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (83K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
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)
Release date
2014-06-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1876–1961
A globe-trotting American journalist and popular nonfiction writer, he turned business, politics, and world events into vivid stories for a wide readership. His career moved from major magazines to books that captured industry, war, and fast-changing international affairs.
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