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Joan Nestle, a proud working‑class woman and openly lesbian long before the Rainbow Revolution, has stood at the forefront of American freedom struggles from the McCarthy era to the present day. In this revised collection of personal essays, she offers an intimate account of the lesbian, feminist, and civil rights movements, sharing her experiences and reflections. The book revisits key moments in the LGBTQ and women’s rights histories, highlighting the intersections of sexuality, gender, and social activism.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Autobiography
Authors: Joan Nestle
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