by Barney Frank
First published 2001
Dr. Betty Berzon brings together contributors from multiple backgrounds and fields to address the real challenges facing gay and lesbian individuals. The collection tackles forming lasting same-sex relationships, navigating conflicts between faith and identity, revealing sexual orientation to family members, and establishing gay households. Contributors examine how to leverage political participation for social change, manage legal and financial concerns, and address the particular experiences of gay people of color. The book incorporates recent cultural shifts including internet communities and same-sex marriage debates. Readers discover practical strategies for moving toward self-acceptance while handling the complex realities of gay and lesbian life in America.
Genres: non-fiction, lgbt, gay, activism
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
397 pages · Paperback · Celestial Arts
Content warnings: homophobia