December Book Club Selection: Battle for the Big Top

The Sunday Assembly Gainesville Book Club has chosen Battle for the Big Top by Wes Standiford as its December selection. The club will meet Saturday, Dec. 10 at 11 am via Zoom.

From GoodReads.com: 
Millions have sat under the “big top,” watching as trapeze artists glide and clowns entertain, but few know the captivating stories behind the men whose creativity, ingenuity, and determination created one of our country’s most beloved pastimes.

In Battle for the Big Top, New York Times–bestselling author Les Standiford brings to life a remarkable era when three circus kings—James Bailey, P. T. Barnum, and John Ringling—all vied for control of the vastly profitable and influential American Circus. Ultimately, the rivalry of these three men resulted in the creation of an institution that would surpass all intentions and, for 147 years, hold a nation spellbound.

​Interested in joining? Contact the club by email at [email protected]​.

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