On the Road With a Circus

On the Road With a Circus by William Carter Thompson is a captivating tour into the heart of early 20th-century American circus life. The narrative unfurls the layers of what it takes to build a circus from the ground up, presenting not just captivating performances, but also the everyday lives of the people who make the magic happen. Readers are shown the energetic preparation, the essential roles played by everyone involved, and the obstacles faced while moving from town to town. It highlights the complex coordination needed to move animals and equipment, the teamwork in building and dismantling tents, and the unique bonds of the circus family.