Mark Ormond, Aaron De Groft, Gene Ray, Eds.

About the Author

Mark Ormond, Aaron De Groft, and Gene Ray are distinguished scholars and curators whose collaborative work explores the life and legacy of visionary entrepreneur and art patron John Ringling. Drawing on extensive archival research and curatorial expertise, they illuminate Ringling's multifaceted contributions to American culture, from his ambitious Sarasota projects to his world-class art collection. Their writing combines rigorous scholarship with engaging narrative, offering readers fresh insights into early twentieth-century collecting practices and the intersection of commerce and creativity.