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Book Synopsis: 1981. Rich with promise and possibility, the post-Stonewall era saw queer Americans standing up for themselves and each other like never before. With the rise of gay newspapers, bars, clubs, and businesses in cities all over the US, it was a time of hedonism, activism, pride, and community. A scene ripe for exploration and documentation, and journalist JD Doyle hit the road to do just that, traveling through 27 states to create a playful, intimate, profusely illustrated, one-of-a-kind record of gay life, love, lust, and liberation in the heady days before the devastating crisis that would change everything. This is the trip he took.
“A remarkable journey through gay male life in the early 1980s...gay bars, restaurants, sports associations (who knew Houston had 55 gay bowling teams in 1981?), strip clubs, and easy hookups, just before AIDS cast a shadow over everything. Doyle takes us beyond the coasts to highlight the vibrant gay scenes in large cities and small towns across the South and West. From close encounters with Grace Jones and Diana Ross to even closer encounters with the men he met along the way, this book is full of insights and vivid sketches of people and places.” George Chauncey DeWitt Clinton Professor of History, Columbia University Author of GAY NEW YORK: GENDER, URBAN CULTURE, AND THE MAKING OF THE GAY MALE WORLD, 1890-1940
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Immerse yourself in the rich and vibrant queer culture of the early 1980s with '1981-My Gay American Road Trip: A Slice of Our Pre-AIDS Culture'! This captivating book takes you on a journey through 27 states, documenting the rise of gay newspapers, bars, clubs, and businesses that stood as symbols of pride and community for the LGBTQ+ community. It's a unique and intimate record of a time filled with hedonism, activism, and love.
Discover the hidden gems and untold stories of gay life from coast to coast. JD Doyle, a seasoned journalist, brings you insights and vivid sketches of the people and places he encountered during his travels. Uncover the fascinating encounters with iconic figures like Grace Jones and Diana Ross. Feel the electric energy of the gay scenes in both large cities and small towns across the South and West. This book offers a remarkable glimpse into a moment in history before the devastating onset of AIDS changed everything.
"1981-My Gay American Road Trip" is more than just a book; it's a time capsule that captures the joy, the heartache, and the resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. It's a celebration of our pre-AIDS culture and a reminder of how far we have come. Whether you lived through this era or are curious to learn about it, this book will leave you inspired and deeply moved.
Don't miss out on this captivating piece of LGBTQ+ history. Experience the magic of a bygone era by ordering your copy of "1981-My Gay American Road Trip" now.
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