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The Columbia Anthology of Gay Literature assembles a comprehensive collection of texts that depict love, friendship, intimacy, desire, and sex among men across more than two millennia. Ranging from the Epic of Gilgamesh to 20th‑century LGBTQ short stories, the volume includes poetry, fiction, essays, and autobiography, offering readers the first anthology to span all major genres. Each section is paired with illuminating introductory essays and detailed annotations that contextualize the works within their historical and cultural settings. Designed as a scholarly resource, the book provides extensive background commentary on writers and works, making it an essential reference for students and researchers exploring the long‑hidden literary tradition of gay male expression.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Byrne R. S. Fone
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