Skip to content

The Gilded Age Construction of American Homophobia

The Gilded Age Construction of American Homophobia

HistoryPolitics & Society
Pages
256
Published
2003
Language
English

Synopsis

This book offers an in-depth analysis of the emergence of homophobia in late 19th-century America. It examines how the medical community responded to the concept of homosexuality and explores the lasting impact of this negative reception on the social perception of gay men and women.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

InformativeIntellectualComplex

Genres

History Politics & Society Sociology

Authors

C
Carlos Eire

Carlos Eire writes on history and social issues, with a particular interest in cultural studies. His books, such as Lost Scriptures, Left of the Color Line, and *The Gilded Age

J
Jay Hatheway

Jay Hatheway is a historian known for his work on American social issues. His book, The Gilded Age Construction of American Homophobia, offers a deep look into the historical roots of prejudice during a pivotal era.

J
J. Hatheway

J. Hatheway writes history, focusing on social and cultural developments. Their book, The Gilded Age Construction of American Homophobia, examines how ideas about sexuality were shaped in a pivotal era of American history.