Lesbian life in America continues to evolve. As Lillian Faderman writes, there are "no constants with regard to lesbianism," except that lesbians prefer women.
In this book, Faderman reclaims the story of lesbian life in twentieth-century America, tracing the evolution of lesbian identity and subcultures from early networks to today's diverse lifestyles. Faderman samples from journals, unpublished manuscripts, songs, media accounts, novels, medical literature, pop culture artifacts, and rich firsthand testimony with lesbians of all races, ages, and classes, uncovering a surprising narrative of unparalleled depth and originality.
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Lesbian life in America continues to evolve. As Lillian Faderman writes, there are "no constants with regard to lesbianism," except that lesbians prefer women.
In this book, Faderman reclaims the story of lesbian life in twentieth-century America, tracing the evolution of lesbian identity and subcultures from early networks to today's diverse lifestyles. Faderman samples from journals, unpublished manuscripts, songs, media accounts, novels, medical literature, pop culture artifacts, and rich firsthand testimony with lesbians of all races, ages, and classes, uncovering a surprising narrative of unparalleled depth and originality.
Imprint | Columbia University Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | June 1991 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | June 1991 |
Authors | Lillian Faderman |
Dimensions | 235 x 159 x 33mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Hardcover - Trade binding |
Pages | 373 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-231-07488-9 |
Barcode | 9780231074889 |
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LSN | 0-231-07488-3 |