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The Ghost of Grey Gardens: Lois Wright's Life Story: The True Story of an Improbable Person Kindle Edition

by Lois Wright (Author), Tania Hagan (Author), Celia Maysles (Foreword) Format: Kindle Edition
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In the early 1970s, two young filmmaking brothers unloaded their camera and recording equipment on the collapsing front porch of a dilapidated manor in East Hampton. The seemingly abandoned, decaying shell of a once-glorious home belonged to Edith Bouvier Beale. She and her daughter Edie Beale were the aunt and first cousin of former First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
Lois Erdmann Wright was one of only a handful of outsiders allowed into Grey Gardens. During the decades before the documentary, Lois and her mother had formed a close, family-like bond with the Bouvier-Beale women, and Lois learned to overlook the destruction and disarray of the home.
For many years, the Beales lived alone in the crumbling estate, physically and financially unable to keep the house up to the codes demanded by the local Board of Health.
Lois understood the Beale family. The two Edies were outsiders, trying to eke out a reclusive existence among their haughty, East Hampton neighbors. Surrounded by dozens of cats, raccoons, and piles of trash, Lois found acceptance, security, and unconditional love in the company of Grey Gardens’ unlikely inhabitants.
She never questioned her dear friends’ lives, and they never questioned Lois. Much like the Beale ladies, and the mysterious mansion disintegrating around them, Lois held onto her own secrets, including one impossible rumor that connected her to the Bouvier-Beales in a way she never expected, and would never forget.
Nearly a half-century later,‭ ‬ the worldwide appeal‭ ‬ and fascination with Grey Gardens hasn't dampened. The story has been recreated as a Tony Award winning Broadway musical, as well as a feature length film, and a second documentary.‭
Now, Lois Wright, the “Ghost of‭ ‬ ‭Grey Gardens‬,” tells the truth embedded in the cult-classic fable. For the first time ever, Lois recounts her ninety years of life, including the perfectly-imperfect years she spend with the Beales.‭ ‬Featuring never before seen personal photos, documents, and letters, and revealing jaw-dropping facts, this book is a must read for any Grey Gardens fan.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07TYP5344
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 25, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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Tania Hagan

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Tania Hagan was born in Illinois, but moved to Southern California as a young teen. She graduated from the University of California, Irvine with a degree in Social Science and Psychology.

She began her writing career shortly after school, when she wrote for a major business magazine. She also read the nightly business report for the company's TV news. At the same time, she produced, and reported for a weekly TV news magazine program.

After she was married, Tania and her husband moved back to the Chicago area, where she worked briefly as a stringer for a local newspaper. She also became a successful Realtor, and continued to write for online, as well as for print publications.

They have one beautiful daughter. Her dream of dreams is to eventually adopt many more children. Out of everything she's ever accomplished, she is most proud of being a mom.

"The Ghost of Grey Gardens: Lois Wright's Life Story" is Tania's first full-length nonfiction, coauthored with Lois Erdmann Wright, of Grey Gardens and LTV fame.

"The Cure" was Tania's debut novel. Since that release, Tania wrote the sequel to "The Cure" - "The Angel Factor," in addition to "The Haunting of Tinley Hall," and "Severed." She also collaborated on "Lurking in the Shadows," and "Demons, Devils, and Denizens of Hell."

She's been nominated for and won several awards as an author, including her 2018 nomination and finalist status in the Author Academy Awards.

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The Veil is lifted from the Ghost of Grey Gardens
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The Veil is lifted from the Ghost of Grey Gardens
I became interested (or fascinated) with the Beales' many years ago. I read what I could find and even saw the Broadway play a few times! Then a few years back, I found out about Lois's book, 'My Life at Grey Gardens' which was more of a journal-recanting the days events as they unfolded over the time she lived with Big and Little Edie. This book draws some of the 'secrets' back-like the fact that Lois lived at GG during the filming of the documentary. We learn more about the additional 'players' Tom Logan and the wonderful Doris-and loyal Brooks. We also learn about Lois, and her complete comfort in her independence. We see into her soul, and rejoice in her eccentricity. For the naysayers' this is not rocket science-it is not meant to be. It is a wonderful recanted set of memories that through Tania, Lois has shared with us. Its an easy and lovely read-to add to my collection.
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Jill
5.0 out of 5 stars A Well Written Book About The Ghost of Grey Gardens
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2019
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As a fan of Grey Gardens, I always wondered about Lois, the soft-spoken woman who attended Big Edie's intimate birthday party. Lois also appeared in The Beales of Grey Gardens, introduced by Little Edie as "The Psalmist of the Hamptons!". Finally Lois Wright's life story has been written and her connection to the Beales explained. Lois led a remarkable life as an artist, a palm reader, an author, and the host of the longest-running cable access show on LTV. Like the Beales, she took risks and lived life on her own terms. Although Grey Gardens initially made her famous, Lois Wright's own accomplishments and experiences make for a fascinating story beyond her connection to the Beales. A very well-written and absorbing account of the life of a woman who considered herself the Ghost of Grey Gardens.
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Rainbow
5.0 out of 5 stars Jaw dropping twists and turns that left me speechless!!!
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2019
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This book had me captured from the first page and I didn’t put it down until I finished it! An endearing and sometimes shocking account of Lois Erdman Wright’s life. I laughed and then cried and laughed again. I thoroughly enjoyed learning of her 90 plus years of struggles, travels, accomplishments, and a couple twists and turns that left my jaw on the floor. What a treasure!! Definitely a great addition to a Grey Gardener’s, East Hampton, Palmist’s, Artist’s, Kennedy’s collector’s library. EXCELLENT READ!!!! FIVE STARS 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Veil is lifted from the Ghost of Grey Gardens
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2019
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I became interested (or fascinated) with the Beales' many years ago. I read what I could find and even saw the Broadway play a few times! Then a few years back, I found out about Lois's book, 'My Life at Grey Gardens' which was more of a journal-recanting the days events as they unfolded over the time she lived with Big and Little Edie. This book draws some of the 'secrets' back-like the fact that Lois lived at GG during the filming of the documentary. We learn more about the additional 'players' Tom Logan and the wonderful Doris-and loyal Brooks. We also learn about Lois, and her complete comfort in her independence. We see into her soul, and rejoice in her eccentricity. For the naysayers' this is not rocket science-it is not meant to be. It is a wonderful recanted set of memories that through Tania, Lois has shared with us. Its an easy and lovely read-to add to my collection.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Veil is lifted from the Ghost of Grey Gardens
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2019
I became interested (or fascinated) with the Beales' many years ago. I read what I could find and even saw the Broadway play a few times! Then a few years back, I found out about Lois's book, 'My Life at Grey Gardens' which was more of a journal-recanting the days events as they unfolded over the time she lived with Big and Little Edie. This book draws some of the 'secrets' back-like the fact that Lois lived at GG during the filming of the documentary. We learn more about the additional 'players' Tom Logan and the wonderful Doris-and loyal Brooks. We also learn about Lois, and her complete comfort in her independence. We see into her soul, and rejoice in her eccentricity. For the naysayers' this is not rocket science-it is not meant to be. It is a wonderful recanted set of memories that through Tania, Lois has shared with us. Its an easy and lovely read-to add to my collection.
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Aimee
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book!
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2022
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I really enjoyed reading about Lois's life and her family. Loved the pics. I cried in a few parts. Love Lois. I read the book in less than a day. I kept wanting to know what happened next. Lois gave many details about Grey Gardens and conversations with Big and little Edie. However, I found Lois's life outside of Grey Gardens just as fascinating. Loved the photos also. So happy Lois is still alive and well in her 90s. Love her and love the book!
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Russell figaredo
5.0 out of 5 stars Among the best Narrative nonfiction memoirs I have ever read
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2019
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Tania Hagan is a national treasure who has introduced us to a new national treasure . From the first story of how a careless VHS dust covered last minute purchase to Lois Wright’s journey through Freeport , bicycle races , Tom Logan’s passing, Easthampton adventures, and being the strongest girl in a group of boys , Tania takes you by the hand with her, through the wonderful life of Lois Erdmann Wright. The FEARLESS GIRL who stands down the bull . Her writing style keeps you reading forever. I love it and cannot get enough of it. Highly recommended as I recommend anything that comes from Tania Hagan’s writing hand. Thank you Tania , once again you’ve made our day.
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Karelle
5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Terrific!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2019
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I loved the book, such a lovely tribute. She told the story of Lois so beautifully, I feel like I know her. Tania is a brilliantly talented writer and if you haven't purchased any of her work you are missing something special. Thank you so much for writing this. Loved it from cover to cover <3

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5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Terrific!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2019
I loved the book, such a lovely tribute. She told the story of Lois so beautifully, I feel like I know her. Tania is a brilliantly talented writer and if you haven't purchased any of her work you are missing something special. Thank you so much for writing this. Loved it from cover to cover <3

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Joyce Whitby
3.0 out of 5 stars Easy read
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2019
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This is a lovingly written story by an author of children's books who has only known Lois for about a year and met her in person once. Much of the content is familiar to one who knows Lois and is very easy to read. I would not call it a biography because it contains no synthesis or analysis of the content and seems to regard even spurious claims as fact. Both overprotected and given her own head Lois emerges as a unique, largely self taught survivor of an unusual family to whom she was deeply devoted. This is not really explored. Surprisingly missing is any focus on a few very close friends who have provided, at the least, strong emotional support over the last many years. Watching even one LTV show would reveal their names.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This was interesting to read. I couldn't put it down!
Reviewed in Canada on April 7, 2024
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I had always wondered who Lois was and this kind of fills in the gaps. She was mentioned a lot in the two documentaries, but you only end up seeing her at Big Edie's birthday party.
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fraser
3.0 out of 5 stars If you are a Grey Gardens junkie, this is a good book to add to your collection.
Reviewed in Canada on April 13, 2023
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A thoughtful account of Lois Wright's life story.
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