# Phineas Taylor — Struggles and Triumphs character guide

> Phineas Taylor in Struggles and Triumphs by P. T. Barnum.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Phineas, Taylor

**First appearance:** 0003-i-early-life

## Who they are

Barnum's maternal grandfather.

## In the story

### [Early Life](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/chapters/i-early-life)

Barnum's grandfather, who gifted him the 'Ivy Island' property and frequently teased him about his supposed wealth.

### [In Business for Myself](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/chapters/iii-in-business-for-myself)

Barnum's grandfather, who offers rent-free space for the store and lends a horse and sleigh.

### [X: Another Successful Speculation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/struggles_and_triumphs_se/chapters/x-another-successful-speculation)

Mentioned as Barnum's brother Philo F. Barnum, who kept the Franklin Hotel and brought Charles Stratton to meet Barnum.

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