Sarah Schulman

Sarah Schulman is an American novelist, playwright, screenwriter, nonfiction writer, and AIDS historian. She is a Distinguished Professor of the Humanities at the College of Staten Island and a Fellow at the New York Institute for the Humanities.

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  1. 1. The Gentrification of the Mind

    Witness to a Lost Imagination
    Cover of 'The Gentrification of the Mind' by Sarah Schulman

    "The Gentrification of the Mind" is a critical examination of the impact of the AIDS epidemic on American society and culture, particularly in relation to urban gentrification. The author argues that the loss of a generation of artists, writers, and thinkers due to the AIDS crisis led to a homogenization of culture and thought, similar to the way gentrification leads to a homogenization of urban neighborhoods. The book is a powerful critique of the erasure of diverse voices and experiences, and a call to remember and honor the lost history of those affected by the epidemic.

    The 7899th Greatest Book of All Time
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  2. 2. Rat Bohemia

    Cover of 'Rat Bohemia' by Sarah Schulman

    Set against the backdrop of 1990s New York City, this poignant narrative weaves together the lives of three friends navigating the complexities of love, loss, and identity amidst the AIDS crisis. Through a tapestry of personal stories, the novel explores the intersections of queer culture, familial estrangement, and societal neglect, painting a raw and intimate portrait of a community grappling with the harsh realities of their time. With a blend of humor and heartbreak, the story delves into the resilience and solidarity that emerge in the face of adversity, offering a powerful commentary on the enduring human spirit.

    The 10542nd Greatest Book of All Time
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  3. 3. Let The Record Show

    A Political History of ACT UP New York, 1987-1993
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    The book provides a comprehensive and deeply personal account of the AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power (ACT UP) movement in New York City from 1987 to 1993. Through a combination of oral histories, interviews, and the author's own experiences, it captures the grassroots activism, the diverse group of individuals involved, and the strategic actions that challenged government neglect and pharmaceutical greed. The narrative highlights the resilience, creativity, and solidarity of the activists who fought tirelessly for the rights and lives of people with AIDS, ultimately reshaping public health policy and societal attitudes towards the epidemic.

    The 14346th Greatest Book of All Time
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