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More Swings Than Roundabouts: The Life of Carlos 'Robin' Medina

John Wright

Publisher: APS Publications

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Summary

In his heyday, 'Robin' Medina was the finest contortionist and circus performer of modern times. A Gay icon and friend to Dame Barbara Cartland, and admired  by stars like Princess Margaret, Liz Taylor and Richard Burton, his has been an extraordinary life. This is his story as told to the Scottish-born poet, John Wright.
Available since: 01/20/2018.

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