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The Mayor of Castro Street

1982388 pagesSt. Martin's Press

Synopsis

Randy Shilts's acclaimed biography tells the story of Harvey Milk, a man whose life and tragic assassination mirrored the dramatic rise of the gay community in 1970s America. Known as "The Mayor of Castro Street," Milk's journey is filled with personal struggles, political maneuvering, and the fight for gay rights. This book explores the consolidation of gay power and hope amidst assassinations, riots, and the pursuit of justice.

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About the author

Shilts was a pioneering gay American journalist and author. He worked as a freelance reporter for both The Advocate and the San Francisco Chronicle, as well as for San Francisco Bay Area television stations. [Source][1] [1]: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Randy_Shilts

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Harvey MilkProtagonist

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