
The Encounter
Published in 1950, The Encounter is a circus fiction novel by Crawford Power. Readers will find themes of Clergy, priests, conduct of life and circus performers.
It runs to roughly 316 pages — 5–6 hours of reading at an average pace.
Quick answers
Who wrote The Encounter?
The Encounter was written by Crawford Power and first published in 1950.
What genre is The Encounter?
It is usually shelved as Circus & Carnival.
How long is The Encounter?
The median edition has 316 pages, about 5–6 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to The Encounter?
Readers who like it often enjoy Nightmare Alley, The circus of Dr. Lao and Maiden Castle.
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