Son of the Circus - A Victorian Story

Voices: Son of the Circus - A Victorian Story

explores the life of a young mixed-race boy, Ted, living with his

mother and poorly older brother in Victorian Bradfield.

When a stranger, a man the boys don’t remember ever seeing before,

appears in their kitchen, Ted is hit with a shocking revelation.

This man is his father - the first black circus

owner in Victorian Britain, Pablo Fanque.

Before Ted can recover from his shock, he is sent away with Pablo

to learn the tricks of the circus trade. Pablo is determined

for Ted to follow in his footsteps.

But can Ted adapt to this terrifying new life amongst strangers?

And will he ever see his beloved mother and brother again?

Fresh new voice, E. L. Norry, continues this exciting new series

that explores authentic and moving accounts of the life of British

immigrants throughout history. Norry shows us a fascinating

and rarely seen world that’s sure to hook young readers.

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‘E. L. Norry’s Son of the

Circus is perfect for children with an itch to run away to

spit and sawdust and rearing horses, in a fictionalised account

of Pablo Fanque, the first black circus proprietor in Victorian Britain.

A joy of a book: exciting and brilliantly vivid.’

-Katherine Rundell

ABOUT THE SERIES: VOICES

A thrilling series showcasing some of the UK’s finest writers

for young people

Voices reflects the authentic, unsung stories

of our past

Each shows that, even in times of great upheaval, a myriad of

people have arrived on this island and made a home for themselves

• from Roman times to the present day

Perfect for teaching children about inclusivity and diversity.