How did the author decide to weave the circus setting into the emotional core of the story?
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Water for Elephants

Water for Elephants
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How did the author decide to weave the circus setting into the emotional core of the story?
Did anyone else feel torn between sympathizing with the animals and the humans' struggles?
What do you think led to the decision to reveal the protagonist's past through flashbacks?