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P.T. Barnum Struggles and Triumphs of a Showman

P.T. Barnum Struggles and Triumphs of a Showman

By: P. T. Barnum
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 Dive into the captivating autobiography of P.T. Barnum, the visionary behind the Greatest Show on Earth, as he recounts his remarkable journey up until 1872. More than just a showman and museum operator, Barnum was also an antislavery advocate, a Connecticut state legislator, and the Mayor of Bridgeport. In this 1873 edition, he shares his candid insights on his career, the art of making money, and the pressing social issues of his time, offering a unique perspective on the life of one of Americas most intriguing figures. - Summary by DrPGouldCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fiction Economics Political Science Politics & Government World
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  • 053 - Chapter 31 The Art of Money Getting Part 4

    053 - Chapter 31 The Art of Money Getting Part 4
    Mar 14 2026
    Dive into the captivating autobiography of P.T. Barnum, the visionary behind the Greatest Show on Earth, as he recounts his remarkable journey up until 1872. More than just a showman and museum operator, Barnum was also an antislavery advocate, a Connecticut state legislator, and the Mayor of Bridgeport. In this 1873 edition, he shares his candid insights on his career, the art of making money, and the pressing social issues of his time, offering a unique perspective on the life of one of Americas most intriguing figures. - Summary by DrPGould
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    22 mins
  • 052 - Chapter 31 The Art of Money Getting Part 3

    052 - Chapter 31 The Art of Money Getting Part 3
    Mar 13 2026
    Dive into the captivating autobiography of P.T. Barnum, the visionary behind the Greatest Show on Earth, as he recounts his remarkable journey up until 1872. More than just a showman and museum operator, Barnum was also an antislavery advocate, a Connecticut state legislator, and the Mayor of Bridgeport. In this 1873 edition, he shares his candid insights on his career, the art of making money, and the pressing social issues of his time, offering a unique perspective on the life of one of Americas most intriguing figures. - Summary by DrPGould
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    22 mins
  • 051 - Chapter 31 The Art of Money Getting Part 2

    051 - Chapter 31 The Art of Money Getting Part 2
    Mar 12 2026
    Dive into the captivating autobiography of P.T. Barnum, the visionary behind the Greatest Show on Earth, as he recounts his remarkable journey up until 1872. More than just a showman and museum operator, Barnum was also an antislavery advocate, a Connecticut state legislator, and the Mayor of Bridgeport. In this 1873 edition, he shares his candid insights on his career, the art of making money, and the pressing social issues of his time, offering a unique perspective on the life of one of Americas most intriguing figures. - Summary by DrPGould
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    21 mins
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