Books like Strangers by Graham Robb
In *Strangers*, historian Graham Robb unpacks the hidden history of homosexuality in the Victorian era through a meticulous examination of legislative records, literary texts, medical writings, and personal diaries from both Europe and the United States. The book challenges the common belief that a proud gay heritage emerged only in recent decades, instead showing that, despite pervasive discrimination and legal persecution, a distinct, self-aware, and sophisticated homosexual culture had flourished. Robb presents a narrative that balances the harsh realities of oppression and secrecy with moments of surprising tolerance and everyday familiarity, offering readers a nuanced view of the era’s complex attitudes toward gender and sexuality.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Graham Robb
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