Publisher's Synopsis
An accessible, yet scholarly reference that provides a comprehensive survey of lesbian and gay history and culture in the US. The book includes approximately 545 articles, from short biographical entries to longer essays, surveying topics such as the Stonewall riots, law and policy, and AIDs. Wide-ranging in scope, the encyclopaedia complements courses in a variety of disciplines, including history, American studies, literature, psychology, sociology and others. Features include a guide to archival sources, a chronology/timeline, a historical overview essay and a comprehensive index.
