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The Little Book of Tom: Blue Collar

Name: The Little Book of Tom: Blue Collar
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Book Synopsis: As a boy, Tom’s first crush was a strapping young farmhand who worked the fields around his family home. Finland is a land of tough physical men, catching fish in the icy sea; cutting logs in the endless forests; threshing oats, rye, and barley on the farms. Tom, a more sensitive boy, admired these rough men and their distinctive clothing, designed for protection and utility. He later said, “When I was young, leather was worn by people who worked outside because it was warm. All the men who wore leather, they were the type of men which I adored.”

When he began to draw he celebrated these early idols, improving their wardrobes with tight jeans, faded T-shirts, and thigh-high beak-toed Lappish boots. It was a young logger in this gear who appeared on the spring 1957 cover of Physique Pictorial, introducing Tom to the world. In the decades to follow Tom added truckers, repairmen, construction workers, circus roustabouts, and the American cowboy to his roster of working-class heroes. Though just sexual fantasies for him, his portrayal of blue-collar lovers helped working class gays accept their true selves.

The Little Book of Tom: Blue Collar traces Tom’s fascination with working men in one compact and affordable package. A brawny lineup of multi-panel comics and single-panel drawings and paintings is set alongside archival and contextual material, including historic film stills and posters, personal photos of Tom, sketches, and Tom’s own reference photos.

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Introducing The Little Book of Tom: Blue Collar - a captivating journey into the world of blue-collar masculinity. From the icy sea to the endless forests, this book explores the lives of the tough physical men who have inspired artist Tom since his childhood. With its distinctive clothing designed for protection and utility, leather became a symbol of admiration for these hardworking individuals.

Tom's artistic talent brought these working-class heroes to life, with his drawings showcasing their rugged charm and unmistakable style. Now, you can experience his iconic illustrations in one compact and affordable package - The Little Book of Tom: Blue Collar. Dive into a collection of multi-panel comics, single-panel drawings, and captivating paintings that capture the essence of blue-collar men.

Not just content with showcasing his art, Tom went even further to help working-class gays accept their true selves. Through his portrayal of blue-collar lovers, he empowered individuals to embrace their identities. The Little Book of Tom: Blue Collar is not only a celebration of artistry but also a testament to the power of representation.

With each page turning, you'll be transported into Tom's world, where truckers, repairmen, construction workers, circus roustabouts, and cowboys come to life in vivid detail. Accompanied by archival material, including film stills, posters, personal photos, sketches, and reference photos, this book offers a comprehensive experience that goes beyond pure artistry.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to delve into the captivating world of blue-collar masculinity. Grab your copy of The Little Book of Tom: Blue Collar and get ready to embark on a journey that combines art, history, and the triumph of self-expression. Order now and unleash the power of Tom's timeless creations.

Order now and discover the artistry of blue-collar masculinity!

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