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The bullfighter checks her makeup : encounters with clowns, kings, singers and surfers - not to mention a dog

by Susan Orlean

This anthology features profiles of diverse subjects, including a female matador, a professional clown, and a king working as a taxi driver. The essays examine the unique circumstances of both famous and obscure individuals.

Accession 26296 ISBN 043400877X Publisher Heinemann (Firm)
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