When the Circus Came to Town


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From a two-time Newbery Honor author comes a skillfully crafted historical novel of friendship, community, and acceptance. Illustrations.




The Circus Comes to Town


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In this charming children's book, Lebbeus Mitchell tells the story of a small town that is visited by a traveling circus. Through the eyes of two young boys, readers will experience the magic and excitement of the circus, from the acrobats and clowns to the exotic animals. Beautifully illustrated and filled with fun and whimsy, The Circus Comes to Town is a delightful read for children of all ages. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.




When the Circus Comes to Town


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Stuck in bed with pneumonia, Ivy is delighted when the new neighbours arrive. and they are even better than she could have hoped, for the Halibuts are circus-people! Alfred Halibut is as dreamy and imaginative as Ivy herself, and she feels she has a real friend at last. The Halibuts are so happy in Springfield that they tell the rest of the circus - who move in, too. Soon the town has a snake lady taking her cobra for walks, and a troupe of acrobats whose ambition is to collect garages. The people of Springfield are not happy, and a perfectly polite anti-circus campaign is spreading through the town. Unless Ivy and Alfred can make everybody see sense, Ivy's new friends will be forced to leave - she's not letting that happen without a fight...




The Circus Comes to Town


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In 'The Circus Comes to Town' by Lebbeus Mitchell, readers are taken on a lyrical journey through the arrival of a mysterious circus in a small town. Mitchell's prose is rich with vivid imagery and symbolism, reminiscent of magical realism with a touch of gothic elements. The book explores themes of escapism, the unknown, and the impact of outsiders on a close-knit community. Through a series of interconnected stories, Mitchell weaves a tale that blurs the lines between reality and fantasy, leaving readers questioning what is truly possible. The narrative style is both captivating and haunting, drawing readers into a world where the lines between dreams and reality are blurred. 'The Circus Comes to Town' is a unique and immersive reading experience that will linger with readers long after they turn the final page.




The Ascension Circus Comes to Town


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Do You Believe a Poem Can Inspire You for the Whole Day? The Ascension Circus has come to town! These poems are inspired by simple circus themes, and as with the traditional circus of days past, are meant for ladies and gentleman and children of all ages. Section 1 introduces us to mythical Longboard Beach and some of the characters who live there. In section 2, while they wait for the circus to open, there is a talent show happening at the cantina. In section 3, we go to the newly created playground, Joy Playground where the child within experiences many emotions. In sections 4 and 5, journey through The Ascension Circus midway and visit exotic tents, meet curious people, and circus animals. Buy a ticket to explore a secret cave or for an airplane ride from the past with wing walkers. Life is a three-ring circus in section 6. The big top show entertains us with many different acts, some traditional and some never experienced before. After the fat lady sings, the big top closes and night dreams begin. Not to worry, in section 7, there is a delightful parade out of town. After waving goodbye to our new friends, we settle back into Longboard Beach with new, expansive perspectives. Our hearts are open to new possibilities. Thank you for visiting the circus!




The Spuds - The Circus Comes to Town


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The Spuds stories are illustrated in colour, easy to read for youngsters and ideal for parent or grandparent storytelling. Welcome to the enchanting world of The Spuds, a group of friends living in the village of Cuddleigh, getting up to all sorts of adventures and mischief. You can join us on our journeys as you read through our wonderful stories and escape into a world of fun, laughter and happy days!




When the Circus Came to Town


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Much has been written of the Lindbergh-Hauptmann Kidnapping Trial of 1934. This book examines what actually happened in the town of Flemington, New Jersey, a sleepy farm town that became, for a few months, the center of the universe. The first weekend of “The Trial of the Century,” the town saw 50,000 people arrive. Over 700 reporters were on hand as well as 150 photographers and countless sketch artists. Nellie’s Bar in the Union Hotel became a landmark for those who got to drink there while prostitutes roamed the streets, paying newsboys tips for “Johns.” Every famous news writer and commentator of the day was there – Adela Rogers St. Johns, Damon Runyon, Dorothy Kilgallen, Walter Winchell, Gabriel Heater, etc. This book examines what they wrote and what they said in their own words as well as colorful stories about each of them. Some of the most famous sketch artists and cartoonists of the times were also there and this book examines what they produced on a daily basis. Flemington, the trial and the times are shown in a light heretofore not described in other books.










Good Roads Magazine


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