{"product_id":"outrageous-misfits-9781459746978","title":"Outrageous Misfits","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLights! Camera! Outrageous! Superstar female impersonator Craig Russell and the birth of drag on the international stage.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCraig Russell was an internationally admired entertainer and actor, known for his outrageous impersonations of some of Hollywood''s greatest female celebrities: Mae West, Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler, Carol Channing, and Judy Garland, to name a few. Lori Russell Eadie, a shy theatre lover, was Craig''s No. 1 fan and, eventually, his wife.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTogether they were fun, fabulous, and eschewed convention. But behind the curtains, Craig and Lori''s lives were troubled by their mental health, drug addiction, sexual assault, and abuse. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough nearly one hundred interviews and extensive research, \u003ci\u003eOutrageous Misfits\u003c\/i\u003e reveals the life and legacy of one of the world''s most popular female impersonators and his biggest fan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrian Bradley's stellar work of biographic journalism brings the outsized public figure down to an intimate realm, enhancing our appreciation of a most enchanting madman. * Peter Howell, Movie Critic for the Toronto Star *\u003cbr\u003eBrian Bradley writes with the love of a fan and the meticulous research of a skilled journalist. * Graham Rockingham, journalist and editor *\u003cbr\u003eOften heartwarming, more often heartbreaking, Brian Bradley’s close-to-the-bone, meticulously researched biography offers both startling revelations and astute analysis of two uniquely self-destructive individuals who truly live up to his title. \u003ci\u003eOutrageous Misfits\u003c\/i\u003e is a riveting, relentlessly entertaining read. * George Anthony, former entertainment editor for Toronto Sun *\u003cbr\u003eThe story of female impersonator Craig Russell and his wife, Lori Russell Eadie, is a story of obsession and belonging, as delightful as it is heartbreaking. With extensive interviews, research, and access to private journals, Brian Bradley brings us behind the scenes for a compelling look at fame and identity. From Mae West's Hollywood home to backstage at Carnegie Hall, with stops at Toronto’s most fabulous stages, and the difficult moments away from the spotlights, this is a fascinating slice of Toronto history, brought to life with incredible warmth and skill. -- Katie Daubs, Toronto Star journalist and author of The Missing Millionaire\u003cbr\u003e[Handled] with the utmost respect and care ... \u003ci\u003eOutrageous Misfits\u003c\/i\u003e gives the \"king of queens\" and his \"number one\" the credit they deserve.\" * Literary Review of Canada *\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eOutrageous Misfits\u003c\/i\u003e is also the story of Toronto's gay scene from the 1970s to present day ... The book's many evocative black-and-white photos are a bonus. * Gay \u0026amp; Lesbian Review *\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eOutrageous Misfits\u003c\/i\u003e is an engrossing read about a time gone by, with rich details on Provincetown, which set the trajectory for today's drag queen phenomenon, as well as an intimate portrait of two true characters who found each other and became partners in a madcap life. * Provincetown Magazine *\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eOutrageous Misfits\u003c\/i\u003e is a brave attempt at exploring a man and a career that we will tragically never get to fully understand or know the truth of. * Drew Rowsome *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor’s Note\u003cbr\u003ePreface\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. All of Me\u003cbr\u003e2. Real Men\u003cbr\u003e3. Frankie and John\u003cbr\u003e4. Quiet Please, There’s a Lady Onstage\u003cbr\u003e5. Starman\u003cbr\u003e6. Outrageous\u003cbr\u003e7. Fever\u003cbr\u003e8. Hello, Dolly\u003cbr\u003e9. It Ain’t Easy\u003cbr\u003e10. You Made Me Love You\u003cbr\u003e11. Don’t Rain on My Parade\u003cbr\u003e12. Too Outrageous\u003cbr\u003e13. Lili Marlene\u003cbr\u003e14. The Music of the Night\u003cbr\u003e15. Courage, Madame\u003cbr\u003e16. What’ll I Do\u003cbr\u003e17. Over the Rainbow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcknowledgements\u003cbr\u003eBibliography\u003cbr\u003eImage Credits\u003cbr\u003eIndex","brand":"Dundurn Group Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48885721039191,"sku":"9781459746978","price":15.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/outrageous-misfits-9781459746978","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}