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When Brooklyn Was Queer: A History
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The Neverbeforetold Story Of Brooklyns Vibrant And Forgotten Queer History, From The Mid1850S Up To The Present Day.***An Ala Glbt Round Table Over The Rainbow 2019 Top Ten Selection******Named One Of The Best Lgbtq Books Of 2019 By Harper'S Bazaar***A Romantic, Exquisite History Of Gay Culture. Kirkus Reviews, Starred[A] Boisterous, Motley New History...Entertaining And Insightful. The New York Times Book Reviewhugh Ryans When Brooklyn Was Queer Is A Groundbreaking Exploration Of The Lgbt History Of Brooklyn, From The Early Days Of Walt Whitman In The 1850S Up Through The Queer Women Who Worked At The Brooklyn Navy Yard During World War Ii, And Beyond. No Other Book, Movie, Or Exhibition Has Ever Told This Sweeping Story. Not Only Has Brooklyn Always Lived In The Shadow Of Queer Manhattan Neighborhoods Like Greenwich Village And Harlem, But There Has Also Been A Systematic Erasure Of Its Queer Historya Great Forgetting.Ryan Is Here To Unearth That History For The First Time. In Intimate, Evocative, Moving Prose He Discusses In New Light The Fundamental Questions Of What History Is, Who Tells It, And How We Can Only Make Sense Of Ourselves Through Its Retelling; And Shows How The Formation Of The Brooklyn We Know Today Is Inextricably Linked To The Stories Of The Incredible People Who Created Its Diverse Neighborhoods And Cultures. Through Them, When Brooklyn Was Queer Brings Brooklyns Queer Past To Life, And Claims Its Place As A Modern Classic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'When Brooklyn Was Queer'? A: 'When Brooklyn Was Queer' explores the vibrant and often overlooked queer history of Brooklyn, detailing its evolution from the mid-1850s to the present.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'When Brooklyn Was Queer' is Hugh Ryan, who provides a detailed narrative on the LGBT history of Brooklyn.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: 'When Brooklyn Was Queer' was published on March 5, 2019.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book consists of 320 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'When Brooklyn Was Queer' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'When Brooklyn Was Queer' provides historical insights and narratives that can be valuable for academic research related to LGBT studies and historical socio-cultural analysis.
- Q: What are some accolades received by this book? A: 'When Brooklyn Was Queer' was named an ALA GLBT Round Table Over the Rainbow 2019 Top Ten Selection and recognized as one of the best LGBTQ books of 2019 by Harper's Bazaar.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'When Brooklyn Was Queer'? A: The book delves into themes of identity, cultural history, and the impact of societal changes on the queer community in Brooklyn.
- Q: Can this book be enjoyed by general readers? A: Yes, while it offers thorough historical accounts, 'When Brooklyn Was Queer' is written in an engaging style that appeals to general readers interested in queer history.
- Q: What makes this book unique compared to other histories of LGBTQ communities? A: 'When Brooklyn Was Queer' is unique in its focused examination of Brooklyn's queer history, highlighting stories and perspectives that have often been overlooked in broader narratives.