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Making Gay History: The Half Century Fight for Lesbian and Gay Equal Rights

Eric Marcus
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Making Gay History: The Half Century Fight for Lesbian and Gay Equal Rights

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002

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Eric Marcus

Making Gay History: The Half Century Fight for Lesbian and Gay Equal Rights

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 20th century

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Making Gay History: The Half Century Fight for Lesbian and Gay Equal Rights by Eric Marcus chronicles the pivotal struggles and achievements in the LGBTQ+ rights movement over fifty years. Through interviews and personal stories, the book illuminates the challenges and contributions of individuals advocating for equal rights and acceptance in society.

Informative

Inspirational

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.5

600 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Making Gay History: The Half Century Fight for Lesbian and Gay Equal Rights by Eric Marcus is praised for its comprehensive and engaging oral history approach, vividly capturing personal stories and key moments in LGBTQ+ activism. Some critics note a lack of diverse representation. Overall, it's an insightful resource for understanding the evolution of LGBTQ+ rights.

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Who Should Read Making Gay History: The Half Century Fight for Lesbian and Gay Equal Rights?

Readers who would enjoy Eric Marcus's Making Gay History: The Half Century Fight for Lesbian and Gay Equal Rights are typically interested in LGBTQ+ history, social justice, and civil rights movements. Comparable to books like David Carter's Stonewall and Lillian Faderman's The Gay Revolution, it appeals to those passionate about historical narratives of equality.

4.5

600 ratings

86%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 20th century

Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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