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The Drag Queens of New York: A Field Guide

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This is a fabulous book. It has some of the prettiest queens I have even seen. They have style and attitude, and everything the best queens are made of. Highly recommended

Although this book was published many years ago, most of the queens in it are still at the top of any list of drag superstars. There is much more information on the drag superstars than one usually can find,for example, who tucks and who doesn't. The discussion of drag culture is very interesting. This book is a must for anyone with an interest in the drag scene in NYC.

Fleisher has expertly combined the descriptive rigor of an ethnographer, the wry enthusiasm of a seasoned tour guide and the empathetic heart of an old friend to paint a deeply revealing portrait of not only an extraordinary demi-monde, but also of its bizarre relationship to the world at large. He also wisely leaves plenty of room for the queens to relate their own experiences and ideas, while gently guiding both them and the reader to look beyond the hoary canards that characterize almost all discussions by and about drag. The portraits are lovely, the format clever and the final result is illuminating, hilarious and very humane. Read it.

An informative guide to NY's TVs. Profiles section features such TVs as Charles Busch and Lypsinka. First part of book explains drag culture. Creative layout.

Book could have used a few more pics and should have included how to contact the TVs mentioned since many are mini-celebs.