LGBTQ people have been contributing to US history and culture for over 400 years. Some of the people you'll meet include: Indigenous tribes who embraced same-sex relationships and a multiplicity of gender identities.Emily Dickinson, brilliant nineteenth-century poet who wrote about her desire for women.Gladys Bentley, Harlem blues singer who challenged restrictive cross-dressing laws in the 1920s.Bayard Rustin, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s close friend, civil rights organizer, and an openly gay man.Sylvia Rivera, cofounder of STAR, the first transgender activist group in the US in 1970.Kiyoshi Kuromiya, civil rights and antiwar activist who fought for people living with AIDS.Jamie Nabozny, activist who took his LGBTQ school bullying case to the Supreme Court.Aidan DeStefano, teen who brought a federal court case for trans-inclusive bathroom policies.And many more! Read more
Details e-book A Queer History of the United States for Young People (ReVisioning History for Young People)
🗸 Author(s): Michael Bronski
🗸 Title: A Queer History of the United States for Young People (ReVisioning History for Young People)
🗸 Rating : 4.7 from 5 stars (190 reviews)
🗸 ISBN-10: 080705612X
🗸 ISBN-13: 9780807056127
🗸 Languange: English
🗸 Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
🗸 Supported Devices: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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Readers' opinions about A Queer History of the United States for Young People (ReVisioning History for Young People) by Michael Bronski
Alison Woolridge
I was completely captivated by this book's spellbinding prose and lush world-building. The richly drawn characters felt like old friends, and their journeys tugged at my heartstrings. The narrative was beautifully paced, balancing moments of tenderness with heart-pounding action. This is a book that will stay with me forever, its messages and imagery etched into my soul.
Wynne Binder
This book exceeded all my expectations. The world-building was rich and immersive, and the characters felt like real people with their strengths and vulnerabilities. The author's ability to evoke emotions through their words is commendable. I was swept away by the tale of bravery and resilience, and it will stay with me for a long time.
Trix Parsons
This book has left an indelible mark on my soul. The author's ability to convey complex emotions and weave an intricate plot was masterful. The characters felt like old friends, and their personal growth throughout the story was beautifully portrayed. This is a book I'll revisit time and again, finding new layers of depth with each read.
