Global Gay: How Gay Culture Is Changing the World (Mit Press)

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Book Synopsis: A panoramic view of gay rights, gay life, and the gay experience around the world.In Global Gay, Frédéric Martel visits more than fifty countries and documents a revolution underway around the world: the globalization of LGBT rights. From Saudi Arabia to South Africa, from Amsterdam to Tel Aviv, from Singapore to the United States, activists, culture warriors, and ordinary people are part of a movement. Martel interviews the proprietor of a “gay-friendly” café in Amman, Jordan; a Cuban-American television journalist in Fort Lauderdale, Florida; a South African jurist who worked with Nelson Mandela to enshrine gay rights in the country’s constitution; an American lawyer who worked on the campaign for marriage equality; an Egyptian man who fled his country after escaping a raid on a gay club; and many others. He tells us that in China, homosexuality is neither prohibited nor permitted, and that much Chinese gay life takes place on social media; that in Iran, because of the strict separation of the sexes, it seems almost easier to be gay than heterosexual; and that Raul Castro’s daughter, a gay rights icon in Cuba, expressed her lingering anti-American sentiments by calling for Pride celebrations in May rather than June. Ten countries maintain the death penalty for homosexuals. “Homophobia is what Arab governments give to Islamists to keep them calm,” one activist tells Martel.Martel finds that although the “gay American way of life” has created a global template for gay activism and culture, each country offers distinctly local variations. And around the world, the status of gay rights has become a measure of a country’s democracy and modernity.This English edition, which has been thoroughly revised and updated, has received the French Voices Award for excellence in publication and translation, supported by a grant from the French-American Book Fund.

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Discover a revolution underway across the globe with Global Gay: How Gay Culture Is Changing the World. Frédéric Martel takes you on a journey to more than fifty countries, documenting the globalization of LGBT rights. From Saudi Arabia to South Africa, activists, culture warriors, and ordinary people are part of a movement. This book offers a panoramic view of gay rights, gay life, and the gay experience around the world, showcasing the diverse struggles and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community.

Through Martel's interviews with individuals from different countries, you'll gain insights into their unique perspectives. Hear the stories of a Cuban-American television journalist in Fort Lauderdale, a South African jurist who worked with Nelson Mandela to enshrine gay rights in the country's constitution, and an Egyptian man who fled his country after escaping a raid on a gay club, among others. These personal accounts will open your eyes to the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals and the incredible courage they exhibit in fighting for their rights.

Global Gay also delves into how different countries approach homosexuality, challenging preconceived notions. Did you know that in China, homosexuality exists in a kind of limbo? Or that in Iran, being gay seems relatively more acceptable than being heterosexual due to strict separation of the sexes? The book unveils fascinating and thought-provoking insights into the gay experience in various cultural contexts.

This updated English edition of Global Gay provides a comprehensive view of evolving global LGBTQ+ culture, activism, and rights. It has received the prestigious French Voices Award for excellence in translation, ensuring that the essence of the original work is preserved. Don't miss out on this remarkable book that sheds light on the significance of gay rights as a measure of a country's democracy and modernity.

Join the movement and expand your understanding of how gay culture is changing the world. Get your copy of Global Gay today!

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