Each edition of
Bizarrism is an inclusive, bordering on encyclopedic, compendium of true (and
bizarre!) stories from around the world. For fourteen issues
Chris Mikul has reported on topics are diverse as Sea Monkeys, The Shaggs, and
the Mystery of the Somerton Man. Chris approaches his work as a journalist in a
scholarly manner. His articles and essays brim with information, and are
pointers to elements of history that often escape our notice.
Issue #14 includes
articles on the debauched world of Francoise Dior, the religious empire of Sun
Myung Moon, and the strange rise of atheism and Madelyn Murray O’Hair. Chris
also explores the legacy of Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos. Mikul also
delves into the fascinating world of prolific graphic artist / would-be soul
musician Mingering Mike, and reviews Jim Elledge’s book Henry Darger, Throwaway Boy: The Tragic Life of an Outsider Artist.
For more
information write to:
Chris Mikul
Haymarket NSW 1240
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