The Old Showmen And The Old London Fairs (1875)

By Thomas Frost

Book Overview

The Old Showmen And The Old London Fairs is a historical book written by Thomas Frost in 1875. The book provides a detailed account of the old fairs of London and the showmen who used to exhibit their wares there. It is a fascinating insight into the world of entertainment and commerce in the 18th and 19th centuries.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a brief history of London fairs and their development over time. The second part focuses on the showmen who participated in these fairs. It describes their lives, their work, and the various tricks and illusions that they used to attract customers.The author has used a variety of sources to write this book, including old newspapers, journals, and personal accounts of showmen. He has also included several illustrations and photographs to give readers a visual representation of the fairs and the showmen.Overall, The Old Showmen And The Old London Fairs is an informative and entertaining read for anyone interested in the history of London and the world of entertainment in the past. It provides a unique perspective on a bygone era and is a valuable resource for historians and scholars alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104302241
• ISBN13: 9781104302245
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"