Alex Wright


gurners, grimaciers, and giant children

January 1, 2003

just a few of the curiosities that populate jay's journal of anomalies, the new ricky jay book chronicling the history of pre-20th century sideshow conjurers and performers. a gift from jennifer's dad, it's turning out to be perfect light-headed reading for a post-hangover new year's day.


much as i enjoyed learned pigs and fireproof women, i'm happy to report that this volume more than surpasses it, if only by virtue of the beautifully reproduced colorplates and lithographs of 19th century circus flyers:













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