Stonewall Experiment (Cassell Lesbian and Gay Studies)
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| Rating | : | 4.56 (563 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0304332720 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 312 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-03-25 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Rare among dissident books Darin Brown The dissident story has been told many times, by many people, but seldom with such grace, compassion, and literary sense. Young is an astute observer of behaviour and culture, and his insights transcend far beyond the HIV/AIDS debate. This is an important work in cult. Essential reading for all gay men. When I first "came out" I spent quite a bit of money and time buying books about the difficulties of coming out, gay relationships, etc. That was a few years ago. Ian Young's "The Stonewall Experiment" should be required reading for *all* young gay men who are wonderi
About the Author Ian Young is Senior Lecturer in the Department of Semitic Studies at the University of Sydney.
Ian Young is Senior Lecturer in the Department of Semitic Studies at the University of Sydney.
This study examines the self-images, motivations, behaviours and belief systems that have shaped the gay community. Presents a "psychohistory" of the gay male community, from Walt Whitman to the AIDS crisis. Examples range from street poetry and advertising, to political pamphlets and Hollywood.