ISBN:
9781317718314
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1317718313
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9781315785707
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1315785706
Language:
English
Pages:
Online Ressource (222 pages)
DDC:
306.76630922
Keywords:
Middle-aged lesbians Attitudes
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United States
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Older lesbians Attitudes
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United States
;
Lesbianism Public opinion
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United States
;
Public opinion United States
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Lesbians Social conditions
;
United States
;
Lesbians Social conditions
;
Middle-aged lesbians Attitudes
;
Public opinion
;
Lesbianism Public opinion
;
Older lesbians Attitudes
;
Electronic books
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Electronic books
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Electronic books
Abstract:
The untold history of lesbian life from those who have lived it! Lives of Lesbian Elders: Looking Back, Looking Forward illuminates the hopes, fears, issues, and concerns of gay women as they grow older. Based on interviews with 62 lesbians ranging in age from 55 to 95, this very special book provides a historical account of the shared experiences of the lesbian community that is so often invisible or ignored in contemporary society. The book gives voice to their thoughts and feelings on a wide range of issues, including coming out, identity and the meaning of life, the role of family
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index. - Description based on print version record
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