Do Something: Coming of Age Amid the Glitter and Doom of '70s New York.

"Do Something: Coming of Age Amid the Glitter and Doom of '70s New York" is a memoir by Guy Trebay, a New York Times style reporter. The book follows Trebay's journey as a young man leaving his troubled suburban family to find a new community in New York City's gay demimonde. Trebay recounts his family's struggles in the 1960s and '70s, including his parents' marital problems and his mother's death. He eventually finds his place in Manhattan among rebels and outcasts, including notable figures like Candy Darling, Jackie Curtis, and Dorian Corey. The memoir offers a rich portrait of the city and its characters, showcasing the author's self-reinvention and redemption. [Extracted from the article]