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Dispatches from the Edge is a best-selling book written by Anderson Cooper. [1] [2] [3] [4] On June 18, 2006 it was listed at #1 on The New York Times Non-Fiction Best Seller list. It contains revelations about growing up as the younger son of Gloria Vanderbilt. Reflections include the devastating effects of his father's early demise (heart attack) as well as of his older brother's inexplicable suicide.

Anderson Cooper American journalist

Anderson Hays Cooper is an American journalist, television personality, and author. He is the primary anchor of the CNN news show Anderson Cooper 360°. The program is usually broadcast live from a New York City studio; however, Cooper often broadcasts live from CNN's studios in Washington, D.C., or on location for breaking news stories. In addition, he is a correspondent for 60 Minutes.

Gloria Vanderbilt American businesswoman, fashion designer, socialite and writer

Gloria Laura Vanderbilt is an American artist, author, actress, fashion designer, heiress, and socialite. During the 1930s she was the subject of a high-profile child custody trial in which her mother, Gloria Morgan Vanderbilt, and her paternal aunt, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, each sought custody of her and control over her trust fund. Called the "trial of the century" by the press, the court proceedings were the subject of wide and sensational press coverage due to the wealth and notoriety of the involved parties, and the scandalous evidence presented to support Whitney's claim that Gloria Morgan Vanderbilt was an unfit parent.

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References

  1. ↑ "Hardcover Nonfiction - New York Times". Nytimes.com. 2006-08-20. Retrieved 2011-10-09.
  2. ↑ "Political Best Sellers - New York Times". Nytimes.com. 2006-09-21. Retrieved 2011-10-09.
  3. ↑ "Hardcover Political Best Sellers - New York Times". Nytimes.com. 2006-09-07. Retrieved 2011-10-09.
  4. ↑ "Political Best Sellers - New York Times". Nytimes.com. 2006-10-06. Retrieved 2011-10-09.
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