Clown My Life In Tatters And Smiles
Kelly, Emmett with F. Beverly Kelley
Published by Prentice-Hall, New York, 1954
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Hardcover with Dust Jacket
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Signed by Emmett Kelly -'Best Wishes' 1954. There is no personalization. The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; light, even age-toning. Moderate shelf handling wear. The dust jacket has the price intact of $3.95 with modest handling. 8.25 inches tall; 271 pages with section of b/w photographs. Includes - laid-in: +++ Sarasota FL Newspaper article; +++ Flyer announcing book signing; +++ Color brochure about the book. This memoir that unveils the life of one of America's most iconic clowns. Born in 1898, Emmett Kelly rose to fame during the heyday of circus entertainment, captivating audiences with his melancholic yet endearing persona as Weary Willie . Kelly's memoir delves into his early struggles and the evolution of his career, from his humble beginnings to becoming a star performer with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. Known for his trademark tramp clown character, Kelly's portrayal of Weary Willie touched hearts and brought laughter tinged with empathy during the Great Depression and beyond. Throughout Clown, My Life In Tatters And Smiles, Kelly reflects on the challenges of maintaining authenticity and humanity behind the makeup, offering a rare glimpse into the world of circus life and the artistry of clowning. His story is not just about entertainment but also about resilience, creativity, and the enduring appeal of a character that transcended generations. Emmett Kelly's legacy continues to influence clowning and circus arts, making his memoir a captivating read for enthusiasts of performance history and anyone curious about the man behind the iconic smile and tear. [Adapted from available sources]. Seller Inventory # 20029
Bibliographic Details
Title: Clown My Life In Tatters And Smiles
Publisher: Prentice-Hall, New York
Publication Date: 1954
Binding: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Illustrator: Decorations by Alicia Fiene.
Condition: Very Good+
Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good -
Signed: Signed by Author(s)
Edition: Third Printing, April 1954.
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Clown: My Life in Tatters and Smiles , SIGNED BY EMMETT & Beverly KELLY, with few pgs with color Photo Painting from Readers Digest article by John Culhane , Emmett one of the world's greatest Clowns
Published by
Prentice-Hall, Inc., New York, 1954
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Hardcover
First Edition
Signed
Seller: Bluff Park Rare Books, LONG BEACH, CA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Decorations by ALICIA FIENE (illustrator). 1st Edition. Decorations by ALICIA FIENE , endpapers of Circus Line ,Original price of $3.95 printed on dust jacket front flap. illustrated with B/W photos,HBDJ, NF-/VG-, March 1954, 1st edition, 2ND printing stated ., Dust Jacket has clips and Mended tears to front and spine held together in several locations with Interior tape. Cover shows ageing and browning. Interior clean and tight. 271 pages. Second printing. Pricing of $3.95 found on bottom of front dj panel. Tanning to spine CVR Orange Boards with Yellow cloth spine Titled in black, Book Condition: NF. Dust Jacket Condition: VG-. dustJacket has small corner/ heel chips, closed tears now protected with paper backed polyester film. Size: 8vo , DJ Protected Clear Mylar, Tiny chips Tears creases DJ Extremities, , 271 PGS, Lite Soil Top spine DJ, Orange Baords with Yellow cloth spine Titled in black, ,Emmett one of the world's greatest clowns, creator of " weary willie ", the mournful CIRCUS tramp in a tattered business suit., Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 28163
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Clown: My Life in Tatters and Smiles , SIGNED BY EMMETT KELLY, one of the world's greatest clowns, creator of " weary willie ", the mournful CIRCUS tramp in a tattered business suit.,
Published by
Prentice-Hall, Inc., New York, 1954
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Signed
Seller: Bluff Park Rare Books, LONG BEACH, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. ALICIA FIENE (illustrator). 1st Edition. FORMER OWNER STAMP BACK Blank Flyleaf, Original price of $3.95 printed on dust jacket front flap. ALICIA FIENE (illustrator).illustrated with B/W photos ,HBDJ, NF/VG, 1954, 1st edition, 1st printing ., Orange Baords with Yellow cloth spine Titled in black, Book Condition: NF. Dust Jacket Condition: VG. Jacket has small corner/ heel chips, closed tears now protected with paper backed polyester film. Book has no other writing or marking. Size: 8vo , DJ Protected Clear Mylar, Tiny chips Tears creases DJ Extremities, Base Spine DJ small chip but Title INTACT, 271 PGS, Lite Soil Top spine DJ, Orange Baords with Yellow cloth spine Titled in black, Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 28102
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