The LGBTQ+ community is so much more than rainbow flags and the month of June. In this beautifully designed dynamic book, young readers will learn about groundbreaking events, including historic pushes for equality and the legalization of same-sex marriages across the world. They will dive into the phenomenal history of queer icons from ancient times to the present and read about Harvey Milk, Marsha P. Johnson, Audre Lorde, and more.
Including several personal current essays from inspiring young, LGBTQ+ people, this book encourages readers to take pride in their identity and the identities of those around them. Don’t just learn about LGBTQ+ history – take pride in it!
The lively four-color interior, including photographs and bold illustrations, enhances the text and makes this a beautiful and dynamic addition to any collection.
Ages 10+
Contents
Forward by Layton Williams
Introduction by Sue Sanders
Chapter 1: Through The Ages
Clues from the past
Profile: Anne Lister
Timeline: Persecution before 1900
Beneath the radar
Profile: Oscar Wilde
Why I have pride: Dea Urovi
Chapter 2: The Seeds of Change
The birth of LGBTQ+ rights
Profile: Lily Elbe
The backlash
Profile: Marlene Dietrich
Why I have pride: Ayo Babatope
Chapter 3: Turning Points
Shaking things up
Profile: Audre Lorde
Why I have pride: Mupela Mumba
Chapter 4: The Birth of Pride
Fighting back
Profile: Marsha P. Johnson
Say it out loud
Profile: Harvey Milk
Prides around the world
Why I have pride: Shelina
Chapter 5: Disaster Strikes br>
Fear and loathing
Profile: Vito Russo
Why I have pride: Alex Holdsworth
Chapter 6: Out of The Shadows
Setbacks and gains
Profile: Matthew Shepard
Toward equality
Profile: Christine and the Queens
Culture milestones
Why I have pride: Ezra Lee
Chapter 7: The Fight Goes on
The LGBTQ+ community today
Profile: Marielle Franco
Why I have pride: Mohammed Barber
Timeline: LGBTQ+ milestones
Glossary
Index
Further information
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