Book description
Drawing on a rich array of source materials including previously unseen, fascinating (and often quite moving) oral histories, archival and news media sources, 'Curing queers' examines the plight of men who were institutionalised in British mental hospitals to receive 'treatment' for homosexuality and transvestism, and the perceptions and actions of…
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1 author picked 'Curing Queers' as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I read this while researching my novel and what an eye-opener it turned out to be. It draws on a rich source of resources and the personal testimonies of gay men in the mid-20th century. These are touching and sometimes upsetting as well as illuminating and clearly demonstrate how much more tolerant our culture has become.
I was really moved as well as fascinated and educated by this beautifully put together book.
From Lesley's list on relationships and sexuality in post-World War II Britain.
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