In 1808, almost no one in America had seen an elephant before. So when Hackaliah Bailey's amazing Old Bet performed, the crowds gazed in wonder. As Old Bet's popularity grew, so did Hack's show--and the American circus was born. Faithful to history and filled with rollicking illustrations. Full color.
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In 1808, almost no one in America had seen an elephant before. So when Hackaliah Bailey's amazing Old Bet performed, the crowds gazed in wonder. As Old Bet's popularity grew, so did Hack's show--and the American circus was born. Faithful to history and filled with rollicking illustrations. Full color.
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Very GOOD in NONE jacket. Size: 10x0x8; Published 1993/94. Unmarked hardcover with No dust jacket. The listing image is the glossy paper-wrapped board design.
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Like New in Fine jacket. Inscribed "To Rosey with all best wishes-Robert M. McClung" (and with an original and well done small doodle of an elephant below the signature). The story of the performing career of the elephant Old Bet, whose traveling exhibition under the management of Hackaliah Bailey in the early nineteenth century gave rise to the tradition of the American circus. Robert McClung (1916-2006) was an award winning author and illustrator, whose books on nature and animals are very highly acclaimed for their ability to make these subjects interesting for children. Signed copies rarely offered, and particularly scarce with original artwork.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Add this copy of Old Bet and the Start of the American Circus to cart. $36.59, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1993 by William Morrow & Co.
