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<p><p>This new addition to the Badger Biography series for young readers features the story of the young Ringling brothers of circus fame. The book tells the inspiring story of the seven sons of German and French immigrants who were guided by their dreams to escape poverty through hard work and ambition. These entrepreneurial brothers moved with their parents to Baraboo, Wisconsin where their fantastic circus adventure began. With no circus experience, the brothers tackled one of the riskiest businesses of the time. Each brother contributed his unique talents to make their enterprise successful. The Ringling Brothers were admired for their technological innovations, strategy and devotion to education. They were also esteemed for their genuine appreciation of their audience.<p></p><h3>Biography</h3><p><p><B>Jerry Apps</B> is professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the author of more than fifteen books, many focusing on rural history and country life. His book, Ringlingville USA</I>, received outstanding title recognition from Choice</I> magazine for 2005.&#160;&#160; Apps is also the author of two children&rsquo;s picture books&#58; Stormy</I> and Eat Rutabagas

Author

Jerry Apps

Publisher

Madison: Wisconsin Historical Society Press

Published

2007

Language

EN

ISBN

9781435275447

Subjects

Fiction, History, Biography

Rating

3.91 / 5 (11 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14