Tracy Daugherty writes a very detailing and interesting book about a man, a political journalist in Texas, Billy Lee Brammer. Brammer is a staff writer for Lyndon Johnson , then a Texas senator, in the 1950's. Billy Lee learns a lot about Johnson's personal life and the very interesting ways of the soon to be President Johnson. Mr. Johnson took Mr. Brammer under his wing after he discovered his writings in the Texas Observer.
The book , "Leaving The Gay Place" tells of Brammer's life and how he tries to raise a family on very little money. After the birth of 2 daughters, Brammer's first wife leaves him in Austin to return to her mothers for help with the children. Times are so hectic for Billy Lee who's life is torn between two loves, writing and his family. After the birth of a son who isn't his, Brammer and his first wife divorce.
