I'm writing a history paper on clowns, I realize that this is a huge subject matter. One of the requirements is that I do some original research, so if any of you would be willing to reply to this and answer a few questions I would be hugely appreciative.

1. what is it about clowns the interests you?
2. is this an interest from childhood, or adulthood?
3. why do you think the phobia of clowns is so predominate?

thank you so much for your time!
happy clowning!