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Book Synopsis: From displays of the human form—both beautiful and grotesque—to tricks of illusion, and wonders from the far-off world, the sideshow has captivated audiences since its popularity arose in the Victorian Era. It was those featured on the side stages of circuses, fairground midways, and halls of exhibition that still captivate our curiosities today. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Presents Sideshow and Other Carnival Curiosities brings those performers to life. Beyond the oohs and ahhs, readers will learn the true stories behind some of the most fascinating acts in both sideshow history and modern times. Readers will take a deep dive into the Fiji mermaid, one of the most famous sideshow artifacts of all time—an ingenious hoax made from several apes and a fish, cleverly sewn together. They will meet Avelino Perez Matos, one of the earliest known “eye poppers” that could bulge his eyes more than a centimeter out of their sockets at will, and the Seven Sutherland Sisters, who shared 37 ft of hair between them—a length exaggerated later in their career by the famed P.T. Barnum. Stepping into the sideshows of the 21st-century, readers will also be introduced to a new cast of characters, including “half-man” Aaron Wollin aka Short E. Dangerously. Rich in history and full of photography, Ripley's Believe It or Not! Presents Sideshow and Other Carnival Curiosities is a compendium of curiosities not to be missed!
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Step right up and prepare to be amazed by Ripley's Believe It or Not! Sideshow and Other Carnival Curiosities. This captivating book takes you on a journey through the fascinating world of sideshows, where human oddities and incredible illusions come to life. Whether you're a history buff or simply curious about the unusual, this book will leave you spellbound.
Discover the secrets behind the famous Fiji mermaid, a mesmerizing hoax that fooled audiences for centuries. Explore the extraordinary abilities of Avelino Perez Matos, the "eye popper" who could bulge his eyes more than a centimeter out of their sockets at will. And marvel at the Seven Sutherland Sisters, whose 37 feet of hair made them legends in their time.
But the wonders don't stop there! Ripley's Believe It or Not! Presents Sideshow and Other Carnival Curiosities also introduces you to a new generation of sideshow performers. Meet "half-man" Aaron Wollin, aka Short E. Dangerously, whose incredible resilience in the face of adversity will leave you in awe.
Immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning photography of this compendium of curiosities. Each page is filled with jaw-dropping stories and unbelievable images that will keep you turning the pages for more. Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey into the world of sideshows. Order your copy of Ripley's Believe It or Not! Sideshow and Other Carnival Curiosities today!
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