The 30th anniversary edition of The Happy Hooker: My Own Story – A Frank Memoir of New York’s Sexual Revolution and the Swinging ’60s and ’70s is a compelling exploration of Xaviera Hollander’s life and experiences during one of America’s most transformative periods. First published in 1972, this memoir became an international phenomenon, making Hollander, who was once the most powerful madam in New York City, a household name. Her candid account of life behind the brothel door delves into various sexual topics, including lesbianism and bondage, with a fearless honesty that has made The Happy Hooker a modern classic.

Restored to print as a first-ever trade paperback edition, this anniversary version includes a new Afterword by the author. It provides a vivid snapshot of the intersection between the Playboy generation and the sexual revolution of the feminist era, offering readers an unprecedented look at the swinging lifestyle of the 1960s and 1970s.

With its rich content and engaging narrative, The Happy Hooker is sure to captivate a new generation of readers as it revisits the carefree days of swinging in America’s sexual revolution era.