The LGBTQ + History Book
DK
May 2023 · Sold by Penguin
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Presents a bold and accessible overview of LGBTQ+ history: the good, the bad, and the clandestine.
Discover the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ people around the world-their struggles, triumphs, and cultural contributions.
Exploring and explaining the most important ideas and events in LGBTQ+ history and culture, this book showcases the breadth of the LGBTQ+ experience. This diverse, global account explores the most important moments, movements, and phenomena, from the first known lesbian love poetry of Sappho to the Kinseys' modern sexuality studies, and features biographies of key figures from Anne Lister to Allen Ginsberg.
The LGBTQ+ History Book celebrates the victories and untold triumphs of LGBTQ+ people throughout history, such as the Stonewall Riots and first transgender surgeries, as well as commemorating moments of tragedy and persecution, from the Renaissance Italian "Night Police" to the 20th century "Don't Ask Don't Tell" policy. The book also includes major cultural cornerstones-the secret language of polari, Black and Latinx ballroom culture, and the many flags of the community-and the history of LGBTQ+ spaces, from 18th-century "molly houses" to modern "gayborhoods."
Using the "Big Ideas" series' trademark combination of authoritative, accessible text and bold graphics, The LGBTQ+ History Book celebrates the long, proud-and often hidden-history of LGBTQ+ people, cultures, and places from around the world.
Discover the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ people around the world-their struggles, triumphs, and cultural contributions.
Exploring and explaining the most important ideas and events in LGBTQ+ history and culture, this book showcases the breadth of the LGBTQ+ experience. This diverse, global account explores the most important moments, movements, and phenomena, from the first known lesbian love poetry of Sappho to the Kinseys' modern sexuality studies, and features biographies of key figures from Anne Lister to Allen Ginsberg.
The LGBTQ+ History Book celebrates the victories and untold triumphs of LGBTQ+ people throughout history, such as the Stonewall Riots and first transgender surgeries, as well as commemorating moments of tragedy and persecution, from the Renaissance Italian "Night Police" to the 20th century "Don't Ask Don't Tell" policy. The book also includes major cultural cornerstones-the secret language of polari, Black and Latinx ballroom culture, and the many flags of the community-and the history of LGBTQ+ spaces, from 18th-century "molly houses" to modern "gayborhoods."
Using the "Big Ideas" series' trademark combination of authoritative, accessible text and bold graphics, The LGBTQ+ History Book celebrates the long, proud-and often hidden-history of LGBTQ+ people, cultures, and places from around the world.
Presents a bold and accessible overview of LGBTQ+ history: the good, the bad, and the clandestine.
Discover the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ people around the world-their struggles, triumphs, and cultural contributions.
Exploring and explaining the most important ideas and events in LGBT...
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Stephen
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September 24, 2026
The author did a lot of research on the topic. However, it needs a little work. For example, the book would provide ideas such as, "In 2021, for example, news reports described the finding of 1,000-year-old remains in Finland as proof of 'nonbinary' ancestors, when researchers had actually found a body with intersex characteristics", but this doesn't tell the reader much. What news articles? Who found it? Who did the research on the body? Why did they originally think the person was nonbinary? How did they decide the person was intersex? How did they decide it was 1,000 years old? Overall, the book isn't terrible. It just needs to reference its ideas and conclusions a little more clearly.
Eric Pearson
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June 2, 2026
Excellent book! More cultural studies!
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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiratio...
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