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Gay Bar: Why We Went Out
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National Book Critics Circle Award Winnernamed One Of The Best Books Of The Year By: The New York Times * Npr * Vogue * Gay Times * Artforum *Gay Bar Is An Absolute Tour De Force. Maggie NelsonAtherton Lin Has A Fiveoctave, Mariah Careyesque Range For Discussing Gay Sex. New York Times Book Reviewas Gay Bars Continue To Close At An Alarming Rate, A Writer Looks Back To Find Out Whats Being Lost In This Indispensable, Intimate, And Stylish Celebration Of Queer History.Strobing Lights And Dark Rooms; Throbbing House And Drag Queens On Counters; First Kisses, Last Call: The Gay Bar Has Long Been A Place Of Solidarity And Sexual Expressionwhatever Your Scene, Whoever Youre Seeking. But In Urban Centers Around The World, They Are Closing, A Cultural Demolition That Has Jeremy Atherton Lin Wondering: What Was The Gay Bar? How Have They Shaped Him? And Could This Spell The End Of Gay Identity As We Know It?In Gay Bar, The Author Embarks Upon A Transatlantic Tour Of The Hangouts That Marked His Life, With Each Club, Pub, And Dive Revealing Itself To Be A Palimpsest Of Queer History. In Prose As Exuberant As A Hit Of Poppers And Dazzling As A Disco Ball, He Timetravels From Hollywood Nights In The 1970S To A Warren Of Cruising Tunnels Built Beneath London In The 1770S; From Chichi Bars In The Aftermath Of Aids To Todays Fluid Queer Spaces; Through Glory Holes, Into Criscoslicked Dungeons And Down San Francisco Alleys. He Charts Police Raids And Riots, Posing And Passing Outand A Chance Encounter One Restless Night That Would Change His Life Forever.The Journey That Emerges Is A Stylish And Nuanced Inquiry Into The Connection Between Place And Identitya Tale Of Liberation, But One That Invites Us To Go Beyond The Simplified Stonewall Mythology And Enter Lesserknown Battlefields In The Struggle To Carve Out A Territory. Elegiac, Randy, And Sparkling With Wry Wit, Gay Bar Is At Once A Serious Critical Inquiry, A Love Story And An Epic Night Out To Remember.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out'? A: The main theme of 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out' is the exploration of gay bars as vital spaces for queer identity, community, and history, highlighting their cultural significance and the impact of their decline.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Gay Bar'? A: The author of 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out' is Jeremy Atherton Lin, a writer known for his insightful reflections on queer culture and history.
- Q: When was 'Gay Bar' published? A: 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out' was published on February 9, 2021.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out' is available in hardcover binding, which adds durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Gay Bar'? A: 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out' contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: Is 'Gay Bar' suitable for readers interested in LGBTQ+ history? A: Yes, 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out' is suitable for readers interested in LGBTQ+ history as it provides a nuanced exploration of queer spaces and their historical significance.
- Q: What awards has 'Gay Bar' received? A: 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out' is a National Book Critics Circle Award Winner and has been named one of the best books of the year by various publications, including The New York Times and NPR.
- Q: What is the writing style of the book? A: The writing style of 'Gay Bar' is described as exuberant and stylish, combining personal narrative with critical inquiry into queer culture.
- Q: Does 'Gay Bar' contain any personal anecdotes? A: Yes, 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out' includes personal anecdotes from the author’s experiences in various gay bars, providing a personal perspective on the cultural significance of these spaces.
- Q: Can I find discussions on the evolution of gay bars in the book? A: Yes, 'Gay Bar: Why We Went Out' discusses the evolution of gay bars, covering their historical context and the effects of societal changes on these spaces.