Odd Girls And Twilight Lovers by Lillian Faderman
A History of Lesbian Life in Twentieth-Century America
This book is a comprehensive history of lesbian life in twentieth-century America, tracing the evolution of lesbian identity and subcultures from the early 1900s to the end of the 1980s. It explores the challenges and prejudices faced by lesbians, the development of a distinct lesbian community, and the varied ways in which lesbians have fought for visibility and acceptance. Through personal accounts, social analysis, and historical detail, the work delves into the lives of both famous and ordinary lesbians, examining the intersection of gender, sexuality, and societal norms, and highlighting the courage and resilience of women who lived and loved outside the mainstream.
The 6765th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1991
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 373
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 99th on Ms. Readers’ 100 Best Feminist Non-Fiction Books of All Time (Ms. Magazine)
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)