The Art of Looking: The Life and Treasures of Collector

The Art of Looking: The Life and Treasures of Collector Charles Leslie

Have you heard of Charles Leslie? Thomas Mann pinched his butt. He has the biggest penis collection in the world. He is one of the fathers of modern New York SoHo. And heâ‚¬s the co-founder of the first museum for gay and lesbian art. The story of his life is as incredible as it is unknown. Now it will be released under the title The Art of Lookingâ‚¬â€¢The Life and Treasures of Collector Charles Leslie. An epic photo book that is much more than a mere biography. Bestselling author Dr. Kevin Clarke (Beardsâ‚¬â€¢An Unshaved History, Pornâ‚¬â€¢From Warhol to X-Tube) tells the story of Charles Leslie: soldier, actor, art collector, lover, globetrotter, gay activist, museum founder. The author guides us through the stages of an exciting lifeâ‚¬â€¢a life that reflects the major turning point of Gay Liberation from the 1950s until today. The book is illustrated with numerous images from Charles Leslieâ‚¬s private archive, studded with witty anecdotes and historical background information.
Country USA
Brand Bruno Gmuender
Manufacturer Bruno Gmuender
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber illustrations
UnitCount 1
EANs 9783867877633
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

The Art of Looking: The Life and Treasures of Collector Charles Leslie