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Monday, October 30th 2006

7:53 PM

THE MOST POPULAR CIRCUS BOOK

I am told by Dr Vanessa Toulmin, of the National Fairground Archive (University of Sheffield, U.K.) that the most frequently consulted work in the Circus Library (over 900 volumes) is my "Twentieth Century Circus people, 1901-1950" (Lingdales Press, Formby, 2003).  The book is rarely on the shelf, in use virtually every day.  The next most popular books are my "Victorian Arena; The Performers", volumes 1 and 2 (1995 & 2000).  Used not only by circus researchers but also by family historians.  The books were written to fill a perceived gap and it is gratifying to learn that they are succeeding!  More volumes are on the way but meanwhile why not email me with your queries?  John Turner.

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Posted by Mia Green:

I love the woodcuts and engravings that decorate your Victorian circus books. Are they from another book, if so where can I get a copy? Best wishes, Mia:o

Saturday, November 4th 2006 @ 7:21 PM

Posted by John Turner:

Hello Mia, Sadly no! I spent many hours collecting the 'decorations' from old programmes, posters, etc., touching them up by hand, and inserting them in the text. There are several hundred in each of the 'Victorian arena' books. Glad you like them. John.

Sunday, November 5th 2006 @ 10:51 AM

Posted by Norah Nelson:

Hello John! Thank you for all of the work you have done for circus lovers and family historians everywhere. I've tried very hard to find your books in Canada, but so far no luck. I am a decendant of Sam, George, Henry and Hannah Lockhart and would love any information would would be willing to share. Thanks again!

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