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P.T. Barnum Part 1: Barnum Begins

Profiles In Eccentricity

CHAPTER

The Rise of a Showman: Barnum's Journey to Royalty and Fame

This chapter explores P.T. Barnum's dramatic ascent to fame and fortune in Europe, where he mingles with royals while navigating his intricate personal life. It also examines his unique methods of presenting talent, particularly through theatrical displays that transformed the conventional view of freak shows.

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