{"product_id":"the-global-fool-thomas-buchheister-9798288543890","title":"The Global Fool: A History of the Clown","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe Global Fool: A History of the Clown\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy do clowns both delight and disturb? Why have fools endured across time, culture, and performance?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Global Fool: A History of the Clown\u003c\/i\u003e is a sweeping, richly illustrated exploration of one of humanity's most enduring figures. From the sacred tricksters of ancient rituals to the stylized elegance of the Commedia dell'arte, from the big-top antics of circus icons to the haunting power of modern horror clowns-this scholarly yet engaging book uncovers the deep cultural, spiritual, and psychological roots of the fool.\u003cbr\u003eAcross centuries and continents, the clown has challenged kings, mocked tradition, and held a mirror to society's fears and absurdities. Blending historical research, visual culture, and theatrical insight, this book explores: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedieval jesters and royal fools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe legacy of Pierrot, Harlequin, and Grimaldi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrickster gods and sacred clowns in Native American and global traditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe transformation of the clown on film-from silent slapstick to modern horror\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhilosophical clowns in Lecoq, Gaulier, and beyond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eIllustrated in vintage engraving style and framed by thoughtful design\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Global Fool\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-have for theater lovers, historians, performers, and anyone intrigued by the archetype that wears the mask and tells the truth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eFunny. Frightening. Unforgettable. The fool has never been more relevant.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Thomas Buchheister\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798288543890\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/18\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 116\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.36lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.24d","brand":"Thomas Buchheister","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47087834923263,"sku":"9798288543890","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_55d47594-ca6f-48d1-8303-4057256bd340.jpg?v=1753850939","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-global-fool-thomas-buchheister-9798288543890","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}