Bumps and Grinds:Memoir of an American Burlesque Entertainer
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Bumps and Grinds is an autobiographical dramatization of an American burlesque performer from 1975-1995. This manuscript is a personal, provocative and insightful prospective of the world of burlesque. It tantalizes audiences with descriptions of unique X-rated impersonations, comedy skits and controversial themed performances.
This memoir of this unknown ecdysiast strip away the stereotypical view of ignorance and immorality associated with striptease dancers. It engages the reader with thought provoking perspectives on mental health, spirituality, and political institutions- while pulling the curtain open on burlesque eroticism. Publicity photographs are included throughout the book.
Take an intriguing journey with this charismatic, American Midwestern college graduate as she bumps and grinds her delightfully sexy style of burlesque across North America and Abroad. These memoirs follow the charming, once well-behaved daughter of a school teacher and stay-at-home mother. Encumbered with college debt, the author embarks upon a career that catapults her into the intrigue of a sometimes dangerous, often humorous, always revealing, self-reflective personal journey.
The author colorfully and candidly introduces us to a variety of characters who influence her journey- erotic, dynamic, soulful and unsavory. A story of growth and transformation, this child of the 60’s reveals her unique experiences and intimate thoughts about sex, nudism, and gender expectations.
Unknown Ecdysiast
Bumps and Grinds is an autobiographical dramatization of an American burlesque performer from 1975-1995. Her career catapults her into intrigue, of a sometimes dangerous, often humorous, always revealing, self-reflective personal journey. It tantalizes audiences with descriptions of unique X-rated impersonations, comedy skits and controversial themed performances. Tasteful, publicity photographs are included throughout the book..
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