The McCutcheon, George Barr 1866-1928 creator text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Rose in the Ring" by George Barr McCutcheon is a novel written in the early 20th century that likely explores themes of adventure, self-discovery, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of a circus setting in post-Civil War America. The narrative begins with a fugitive—David Jenison, a young man wrongfully accused of his grandfather's murder—who finds himself thrust into a world of circus performers and con artists, where he struggles to clear his name and find safety. The opening of the story introduces David as he makes a desperate journey through treacherous terrain, haunted by the threat of capture. As he enters the town of S----, where a circus is in full swing, he seeks refuge amidst the vibrant chaos of performers and spectators. Eventually, David is discovered by kind-hearted members of the circus, including a compassionate mother and her daughter, who are drawn to his plight. The dynamic between David and the circus characters, including the humorous clown Grinaldi and the empathetic Mrs. Braddock, sets the stage for a blend of tension and camaraderie. The stakes are raised as David's identity becomes known, leading to a protective alliance within the circus that offers a glimpse of hope on his perilous journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-07-01 Etext produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML file produced by David Widger Original publication data not identified Circus -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6118 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6118 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133148.0 6118