This book explores the circus as a site in and through which science and technology are represented in popular culture. Across eight chapters written by leading

Ever watch the circus and wonder, "how do they do that?" Find the answers in this book! Readers will learn about some of the most high-flying circus acts, from

"Discusses some of the world's most death-defying circus acts and the science behind them"--

Ever watch the circus and wonder, “how do they do that?” Find the answers in this book! Readers will learn about some of the most high-flying circus acts, f

Ever watch the circus and wonder, "how do they do that?" Find the answers in this book Readers will learn about some of the most mystifying circus acts, from ro