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This narrative history traces the arc of gay life from the early 20th-century controversies surrounding Oscar Wilde through to the 25th anniversary of the Stonewall riots. Journalistic author Neil Miller interweaves the story with essays, excerpts of contemporary and historical writings, and a collection of photographs and line drawings. The work offers a comprehensive yet intimate look at how attitudes toward homosexuality have shifted over decades.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Neil Miller
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