The Transformation of Bartholomew Fortuno: A Novel
by Ellen Bryson | Literature & Fiction | This book has not been rated.
ISBN: 0805091920 Global Overview for this book
ISBN: 0805091920 Global Overview for this book
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Synopsis: Inspired by a vintage circus photograph, Bryson's first novel tells the fictional story of the unusual relationship between two human curiosities from P.T. Barnum's American Museum.
Bartholomew Fortuno, the world's thinnest man, is asked by Barnum to keep an eye on his latest acquisition—Iell Adams, the bearded woman, who is kept in seclusion until the impresario can introduce her to the world.
Fascinated by her and desiring a transformative experience, Bartholomew falls hopelessly in love with Iell, much to the surprise of his fellow Curiosities. Bartholomew also gets caught in the middle of a war between Barnum and his jealous wife for control of Iell's future.
The story culminates at Barnum's birthday party, where Bartholomew is shocked to discover Iell's big secret.
Bartholomew Fortuno, the world's thinnest man, is asked by Barnum to keep an eye on his latest acquisition—Iell Adams, the bearded woman, who is kept in seclusion until the impresario can introduce her to the world.
Fascinated by her and desiring a transformative experience, Bartholomew falls hopelessly in love with Iell, much to the surprise of his fellow Curiosities. Bartholomew also gets caught in the middle of a war between Barnum and his jealous wife for control of Iell's future.
The story culminates at Barnum's birthday party, where Bartholomew is shocked to discover Iell's big secret.