QUEER EYE FOR THE STRAIGHT GUY: The Fab 5's Guide to Looking Better, Cooking Better, Dressing Better, Behaving Better, and Living Better
New York: Clarkson Potter, 2004. First Edition. Hardcover. Signed by Ted Allen, Kyan Douglas, Thom Filicia, Carson Kressley, and Jai Rodriguez on the front flyleaf, with a signed statement from an individual who attended the February 17, 2004 book signing at Barnes & Noble in Manhattan. Large octavo: 256 p. with numerous color photographs. Original printed boards. Light wear to the corners and tips; else near fine in a near fine dust jacket.
In an article on the "The 50 Most Influential Reality TV Seasons of All Time", Mahita Gajanan wrote, "An instant ratings success and critical hit upon its premiere on Bravo in 2003, Queer Eye for the Straight Guy shaped representation for gay men on reality TV at a shaky time for LGBTQ rights, and in an era of rampant casual homophobia. Ted Allen, Carson Kressley, Jai Rodriguez, Thom Filicia, and Kyan Douglas, five incredibly likeable and charismatic gay men, brought their expertise in fashion, culture, food, and more to give makeovers to heterosexual American dudes. For its time, the show felt radical. Straight guys learned the value of self-care and, more importantly, the richness of hanging out with people they might not otherwise get to know." Near fine / Near fine. Item #77583
ISBN: 140005446X
Price: $125.00