Why do carnivals and circuses lend themselves so easily to the dark side of our imagination? Is it because freak shows are so commonly associated with the institutions? Does the thought of things abnormal make you uncomfortable? *I realize today is the first Monday in October and we are due for an Immortal Monday, but…
Carnivals and Circuses―I’ve spent more time than the usual gaining a better understand of them this last year. More than a ride on the carousel… …or a trip through the fun house. I studied how they operate the games and rides when the carnival came to town (and watched the money in my wallet quickly…