Beyond the stereotypical expectation of glitter and sequins, comes
a personal and inspirational journey of overcoming fear, rejection
and insecurity. This story isn't solely about a drag-queen, but
rather, it's a journey of real life experiences which many of us
have faced throughout life, written by a gay man who happens to be
a drag-queen. It's a story which is relevant in today's society,
regardless of one's own sexuality. This book was written to bring
inspiration and hope to anyone who may need positive affirmation to
love the life they live, or for anyone who needs to understand
first-hand what it can be like to fight, a sometimes losing battle,
for self acceptance. Whoever the reader, it shows that it is
possible to overcome extreme adversity and survive those horrendous
experiences which seem determined to destroy us. "In a world where
society dictates 'right' from 'wrong', a young boy struggles with
the pressure of living up to the expectations of others.
Desperately seeking acceptance and finding only rejection, he is
isolated and on the brink of despair. There seems to be no escape
from the years of relentless school-ground bullying and
victimization he suffers, which at times, is almost too much to
bear. He feels as though his spirit has been crushed, but this
young scared boy still harbors a burning desire to break free and
be true to himself. Later in life, a tremendous gut-wrenching loss
would set him on another course, and a journey of true
self-discovery. Armed with the knowledge of his past experiences,
his eyes are opened to a wonderland of pleasures, and through
determination and sacrifice, he leaves a life of secrecy and sexual
defiance behind him. Discovering the world of drag, he becomes more
of a man than he thought he would be, and more of a woman than he
thought he ever could be. From Darkness to Diva is an empowering
tale of overcoming fear and insecurity, with an uplifting message
of triumph."
General
| Imprint: |
O Books
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| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Release date: |
August 2015 |
| Authors: |
Skye High
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| Dimensions: |
216 x 140 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Paperback
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| Pages: |
306 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-78535-015-3 |
| Categories: |
Books >
Arts & Architecture >
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Promotions
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| LSN: |
1-78535-015-3 |
| Barcode: |
9781785350153 |
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