The Great and Only Barnum: The Tremendous and Stupendous Life of the Showman P. T. Barnum

by Candace Fleming, published by Schwartz & Wade Books/Random House

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About

Thrill to the audacity! Gasp at the hucksterism! Come one, come all to the jaw-dropping, larger-than-life biography of expert humbugger, relentless curiosity seeker, and unparalleled showman P. T. Barnum.

Awards Won

Title Year
seal for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults
An award for the best nonfiction book published for young adults (ages 12-18) during a November 1 – October 31 publishing year.
2010 - Finalist(s)