The Bill-Toppers by J. André Castaigne
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| Author | Castaigne, J. André, 1861-1929 |
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| Title | The Bill-Toppers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Illustrated by the author. |
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| Summary | "The Bill-Toppers" by J. André Castaigne is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the journey of a family of entertainers, primarily focusing on young Lily Clifton, a talented trick cyclist, as her father, P. T. Clifton, strives to make her a star in the world of performance. This narrative delves into themes of ambition, the harsh realities of show business, and the dynamics of family relationships within the context of their travels across various countries. The opening of the book introduces us to the Cliftons on a voyage to Calcutta, where P. T. Clifton dreams of showcasing his daughter Lily, who has already garnered acclaim in Australia. As they travel, we see Lily grow up amidst the rigors of the circus lifestyle, gaining skills and confidence as she learns the tricks of the trade from her father and interacts with other performers. The excerpt captures their arduous life, full of travels and performances, as well as the interplay between ambition, parental expectations, and Lily's blossoming persona as an emerging star. The narrative sets the stage for the challenges the family will face in the competitive world of entertainment, hinting at both the excitement of the circus and the pressures that accompany it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Vaudeville -- Fiction |
| Subject | Stunt cycling -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26242 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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