Indecent Advances: A Hidden History of True Crime and Prejudice Before Stonewall
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Romance
Mystery
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Format
Kindle
Sidor
271
Språk
Engelska
Publicerad
Jan 1, 2019
Förlag
Counterpoint
Utgåva
Illustrated
ISBN-10
1640091904
ISBN-13
9781640091900
Beskrivning
James Polchin uncovers a crucial yet often overlooked chapter of LGBTQ+ history in his compelling examination of true crime and societal prejudice leading up to the Stonewall riots. Through meticulously researched narratives, he brings to light a series of chilling cases that illustrate the violent intersections of crime and discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community. His deep dive into these historical events serves as an indictment of the era's pervasive homophobia and the systemic injustices that allowed such violence to flourish.
The book not only presents the harrowing tales of individuals affected by these crimes but also scrutinizes the societal attitudes that enabled them. Polchin's analysis reveals how fear and prejudice shaped public perception and legal responses to LGBTQ+ issues, providing a critical context for understanding the cultural landscape of the time. His enlightening perspective prompts readers to rethink their understanding of crime, identity, and justice throughout history.
Ultimately, Polchin's work is a poignant reminder of the struggles for recognition and rights within the LGBTQ+ community, urging reflection on the progress made and the work still to be done. By weaving together history, personal narratives, and social commentary, he offers a rich and unsettling look at a hidden past that continues to resonate today.
The book not only presents the harrowing tales of individuals affected by these crimes but also scrutinizes the societal attitudes that enabled them. Polchin's analysis reveals how fear and prejudice shaped public perception and legal responses to LGBTQ+ issues, providing a critical context for understanding the cultural landscape of the time. His enlightening perspective prompts readers to rethink their understanding of crime, identity, and justice throughout history.
Ultimately, Polchin's work is a poignant reminder of the struggles for recognition and rights within the LGBTQ+ community, urging reflection on the progress made and the work still to be done. By weaving together history, personal narratives, and social commentary, he offers a rich and unsettling look at a hidden past that continues to resonate today.
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