London: Pelham Books, 1982. First Edition . Hardcover. Very Good +/Very Good +. The interior of the book is crisp and clean, showing no marks or signs of wear. The blue cloth covers are fresh, with just a hint of wear at edges and corners. The gilt spine lettering is still bright. The dust jacket is also in excellent condition. It is not price-clipped, and again shows just a hint of wear. The dust jacket is now in a protective plastic cover. Synopsis: This is a picture book giving "a vivid and authentic picture ... of the world of the circus, both the little known, behind-the-scenes life of circus people as well as the glamour and excitement of the Big Top. While painting these pictures, John Allin spent two years living and travelling with Gerry Cottle's Circus".

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Bookseller: Granny Goose Books (CA)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 002255
Title: John Allin's Circus Life
Author: Allin, John
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Very Good +
Jacket Condition: Very Good +
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Edition
ISBN 10: 0720713447
ISBN 13: 9780720713442
Publisher: Pelham Books
Place of Publication: London
Date Published: 1982
Keywords: Circuses
Bookseller catalogs: Picture Books;

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