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      The Humbugs of the World

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      A tour of hoaxes, tricks and outrageous gimmicks, this book is the product of the American showman P. T. Barnum (1810–91), now famous for observing that 'every crowd has a silver lining'. First published in 1866, it provides an entertaining glimpse into the bizarre world of Victorian 'humbug'.

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      Description

      Product ID:9781108044356
      Product Form:Paperback / softback
      Country of Manufacture:GB
      Series:Cambridge Library Collection - Spiritualism and Esoteric Knowledge
      Title:The Humbugs of the World
      Authors:Author: P. T. Barnum
      Page Count:328
      Subjects:Popular beliefs and controversial knowledge, Hoaxes & deceptions
      Description:A tour of hoaxes, tricks and outrageous gimmicks, this book is the product of the American showman P. T. Barnum (1810–91), now famous for observing that 'every crowd has a silver lining'. First published in 1866, it provides an entertaining glimpse into the bizarre world of Victorian 'humbug'.
      Imprint Name:Cambridge University Press
      Publisher Name:Cambridge University Press
      Country of Publication:GB
      Publishing Date:2012-03-22

      Additional information

      Weight450 g
      Dimensions137 × 215 × 24 mm