Sexual politics, sexual communities

the making of a homosexual minority in the United States, 1940-1970

257 pages

English language

Published July 14, 1983 by University of Chicago Press.

ISBN:
978-0-226-14266-1
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With thorough documentation of the oppression of homosexuals and biographical sketches of the lesbian and gay heroes who helped the contemporary gay culture to emerge, Sexual Politics, Sexual Communities supplies the definitive analysis of the homophile movement in the U.S. from 1940 to 1970. John D'Emilio's new preface and afterword examine the conditions that shaped the book and the growth of gay and lesbian historical literature.

3 editions

Subjects

  • Gay liberation movement -- United States -- History.