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Sad-Face Clown: Emmett Kelly
Emmett Kelly (1898-1979)
As Weary Willie, the hobo clown, Emmett Kelly captured the hearts of generations of children everywhere.
Sad-Face Clown tells about Kelly's life from farm boy to trapeze artist, to the world's most famous clown. This exciting and inspiring story reveals Kelly's courage during World War II while abroad a passenger liner stalked by a German submarine, his integrity in resisting the pressures of Hollywood, and his heroism during the worst circus disaster in history.
During his long career, Kelly performed in almost every entertainment venue. After a glittering career with the Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus, he worked for 13 seasons at Harrah's in Las Vegas and was the mascot for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Kelly also appeared with the Boston Opera, as well as in television and films, including The Greatest Show On Earth, the 1952 Academy Awards "Best Picture."
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Library of Congress Control 2003102744
Series The Great Heartlanders Series
For all the friends and supporters of THE GREAT HEARTLANDERS SERIES who understand the importance of providing children the opportunity to learn about their local heroes.
As Weary Willie, the hobo clown, Emmett Kelly captured the hearts of generations of children everywhere.
Sad-Face Clown tells about Kelly's life from farm boy to trapeze artist, to the world's most famous clown. This exciting and inspiring story reveals Kelly's courage during World War II while abroad a passenger liner stalked by a German submarine, his integrity in resisting the pressures of Hollywood, and his heroism during the worst circus disaster in history.
During his long career, Kelly performed in almost every entertainment venue. After a glittering career with the Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus, he worked for 13 seasons at Harrah's in Las Vegas and was the mascot for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Kelly also appeared with the Boston Opera, as well as in television and films, including The Greatest Show On Earth, the 1952 Academy Awards "Best Picture."
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Library of Congress Control 2003102744
Series The Great Heartlanders Series
For all the friends and supporters of THE GREAT HEARTLANDERS SERIES who understand the importance of providing children the opportunity to learn about their local heroes.
122 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 2004
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