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Boots of Leather, Slippers of Gold: The History of a Lesbian Community,Used
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Boots of Leather, Slippers of Gold traces the evolution of the lesbian community in Buffalo, New York from the mid1930s up to the early 1960s. Drawing upon the oral histories of 45 women, it is the first comprehensive history of a workingclass lesbian community. These poignant and complex stories show how black and white workingclass lesbians, although living under oppressive circumstances, nevertheless became powerful agents of historical change. Kennedy and Davis provide a unique insider's perspective on butchfem culture and argue that the roots of gay and lesbian liberation are found specifically in the determined resistance of workingclass lesbians.This 20th anniversary edition republishes the book for a new generation of readers. It includes a new preface in which the authors reflect on where the last 20 years have taken them. For anyone interested in lesbian life during the 1940s and 1950s, or in the dynamics of butchfem culture, this study remains the one that set the highest standard for all oral histories and ethnographies of lesbian communities anywhere.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Boots of Leather, Slippers of Gold'? A: 'Boots of Leather, Slippers of Gold' explores the evolution of the lesbian community in Buffalo, New York, from the mid-1930s to the early 1960s, focusing on the oral histories of 45 women.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Elizabeth Lapovsky Kennedy and Madeline D. Davis.
- Q: What is the significance of this book in lesbian history? A: This book is the first comprehensive history of a working-class lesbian community and highlights the role of black and white working-class lesbians as agents of historical change.
- Q: Is this edition updated from previous ones? A: Yes, this is the 20th anniversary edition, which includes a new preface reflecting on the authors' perspectives over the last two decades.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Boots of Leather, Slippers of Gold' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book has a total of 446 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on May 27, 2014.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book is categorized under 'State & Local' history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The item condition is new.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: Anyone interested in lesbian life during the 1940s and 1950s or in butch-fem culture dynamics would find this study valuable.