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Nightwork (A Dave Brandstetter Mystery #7)
by Joseph HansenDave Brandstetter, a California private investigator specializing in death claims, uncovers a toxic conspiracy while working a case in a neighborhood plagued by violence and inequality. Gifford Gardens has seen better days. As white families move away to the suburbs to flee the flooding and neglect, the city in turn cares less about fixing the problems. What was once a nice neighborhood has become a slum and a violent battleground for rival gangs. Paul and Angela Myers are among the white families that remained. With the economy in a downturn and wages frozen, Paul takes a job long-haul truck driving. The freight he moves around is strictly &“no questions,&” but Paul is an honest man and begins to wonder about what he has become a part of. One night, Paul's truck flies off a cliff and explodes in midair. Did he fall asleep at the wheel, or was he murdered? Paul&’s life insurance company hires renowned private investigator Dave Brandstetter to look at inconsistencies with the accident. While digging into Paul's past, Dave will uncover a haunting connection between Paul&’s untimely death and the happier years in the declining neighborhood of Gifford Gardens. Meanwhile Dave and his lover, reporter Cecil Harris, have settled in together quite cozily. Cecil has recovered from the injuries he received helping Dave on his previous case, but the psychological damage is still present. Dave can&’t help wondering if he will ever be able to protect Cecil from his dangerous line of work.
Numbers
by John RechyJohnny Rio, a handsome narcissist but no longer a pretty boy, travels to Los Angeles, the site of past sexual conquest and remembered youthful radiance, in a frenzied attempt to recreate his younger self. Johnny has ten precious days to draw the "numbers," the men who will confirm his desirability, and with the hungry focus of a man on borrowed time, he stalks the dark balconies of all-night theaters, the hot sands of gay beaches, and shady glens of city parks, attempting to attract shadowy sex-hunters in an obsessive battle against the passing of his youth.
Origins of Sexuality and Homosexuality
by John Dececco, Phd Michael ShivelyThis well-documented book highlights some of the theories of bisexual and homosexual identities and their conceptual bases in cultural history, moral philosophy, biology, and social psychology. Some of the most respected minds in the field of human sexuality challenge traditional views on homosexuality and question the moral principles implicit in many existing psychiatric and psychological theories.
Other Women
by Lisa AltherCaroline is a giver—as an ER nurse, as devoted lover to her partner, Diane, as a divorced mother of two boys, and as the daughter of world-class do-gooders—but can she accept help from others and still be herself? When trauma cases in the ER leave Caroline emotionally paralyzed and her relationship with her partner, Diane, breaks down, she knows its time to take a look at her life and do something she&’d never imagined: go to therapy. Her therapist, Hannah, knows a thing or two about sacrifice and pain. A former war bride, Hannah may live a seemingly cozy domestic life with her beloved husband and two grown children, but she can&’t forget her own harrowing past. As she and Caroline work together, each comes to understand and admire the resilient woman sitting before her. A poignant look at the human need for acceptance, Other Women is a thoughtful novel about how a life examined is worth living. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Lisa Alther, including rare photos from the author&’s personal collection.
Pleasures: Women Write Erotica
by Lonnie Garfield Barbach"This book is a revelation...Barbach has made another important contribution to our understanding of women's sexuality'' We must find our ideas of female sexuality utterly revamped by this book.... "Normal Female Masochism" (as the Freudians used to call it) is wholly absent here! If Helene Deutsch could have read this book, what on earth would she have written? Lonnie Barbach's sane preface and introductions to individual sections are useful and enlightening." -ERICA JONG, Vogue
The Poetry of May Sarton Volume One: Letters from Maine, Inner Landscape, and Halfway to Silence
by May SartonThree celebrated volumes of verse from a feminist icon, poet, and author of the groundbreaking novel Mrs. Stevens Hears the Mermaids Singing. Letters from Maine: A rugged coastline provides a stark background for Sarton’s images of a tragically brief love. With vulnerability and emotional depth, she explores the willingness to devote everything to a new love, as well as the despair at the memory of what is left over when it fades. Inner Landscape: This collection of May Sarton’s poems displays her inimitable mix of stately verse and depth of feeling that lurks beneath every line, creating a tantalizing, magnetically charged distance between reader and poet. Halfway to Silence: After decades of writing flowing lyric verse, May Sarton’s style turned to short, vibrant bursts of poetry. These condensed poems are rife with exuberant impressions of nature and of love, including two of her most acclaimed works, “Old Lovers at the Ballet” and “Of the Muse.” Recognized as a true pioneer in lesbian literature, “Sarton’s poems enter and illuminate every natural corner of our lives. . . . So strong in their faith and in their positive response to the human condition that they will outlast much of the fashionable, cynical poetry of our ear” (James Martin).
The Sophie Horowitz Story
by Sarah SchulmanSometimes intrepid Jewish reporter for the Feminist News searches for captured radical feminist leaders.
Sound Evidence: Detective Chief Inspector Rudd's tenth case (Crime Club Series)
by June ThomsonIt's the most puzzling case of Detective Chief Inspector Jack Rudd's illustrious career. As a senior civil servant in the Foreign Office, Hugo Bannister is highly respected. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for certain of the company he's been keeping, namely Ray Chivers, an attractive young electrician. Ray's involvement in a burglary (which resulted in a policeman's death) has forced him to go into hiding. With Hugo's assistance, Ray has been able to maintain a low profile--and a high fashion wardrobe. But Ray soon drops out of Hugo's life. In fact, he drops out of life period, and £50,000 worth of stolen gold Krugerrands disappears. Now Hugo finds himself caught in a most unsavory situation: threatened with blackmail by Rays malodorous friend Benny. But could there be anything about Hugo Bannister that would precipitate blackmail? And will Benny be able to carry out his plan before Rays murderer catches up with him? Only Detective Chief Inspector Rudd, with his judicious, instinctive reasoning, could solve so complex a mystery--particularly after discovering that his own colleagues are not above suspicion!
The Uses of Reminiscence: New Ways of Working With Older Adults
by Mark KaminskyThe meaning and value of reminiscence in the lives of elders is beautifully explored.
The Garden Path
by Kitty Burns FloreyRosie Mortimer, celebrity gardener with a successful TV show, has a pleasantly uneventful life with her undemanding beau. Her gay son and his partner live nearby. When her estranged daughter, Susannah, product of a fractured family, returns to Rosie's Connecticut town with her husband, a former priest, to open a restaurant, the tense relationships among these three build to a near-tragedy. Rosie is forced to face the mistakes and failures that have plagued her--and Susannah, who has her own demons, learns to forgive.
Mr. Benson
by John PrestonMr. Benson is the compelling story of a young man's quest for the perfect master. In a West Village leather bar, he finds wealthy, sophisticated, exacting Aristotle Benson, who leads him down the path of erotic enlightenment, teaching him to accept cruelty as love, anguish as affection, and ultimately, Mr. Benson as his master.If John Preston, the masterly, handsome author of more than 30 books, was himself a gay icon, his character Mr. Benson defined the culture of gay sex for an entire generation. When Mr. Benson appeared in the pre-AIDS early 1980s, its unabashed celebration of male sexuality made it a cult favorite among gay men, many of whom wore T-shirts declaring that they were "looking for Mr. Benson." The novel's fresh voice and insights into identity, desire, power, and love influenced a generation of writers and editors, including Anne Rice, Samuel Delany, Michael Lowenthal, Laura Antoniou, Joan Nestle, Michael Rowe, and Cecilia Tan. Mr. Benson was Preston's first novel and was followed by many more books from the proud, self-styled "pornographer."
The New Testament and Homosexuality: Contextual Background for Contemporary Debate
by Robin ScroggsIn most recent debates about the social and ecclesiastical rights of homosexuals, the Bible has been misused. Biblical commentaries offer little help on the crucial passages concerning homosexuality. In light of this confusion, Robin Scroggs, Professor of New Testament at Chicago Theological Seminary, attempts to define the use--as well as abuse--of the Bible in debates about homosexuality. The author's primary aim is to describe the model of homosexuality and the attitudes toward it in the Judeo-Greco-Roman world. Scroggs contends that "until we know what the biblical authors were against, we cannot begin to reflect upon the relevance of those writings for contemporary issues." Only after examining the literature does Scroggs address the biblical pronouncements, focusing on the relevant New Testament texts in particular. His clear and careful analysis of biblical texts yields some surprising and helpful conclusions on matters often ignored by the commentators. This study of the social-historical realities of the New Testament environment corrects long held assumptions and attitudes about the so-called biblical pronouncements on homosexuality.
Powers Of Desire
by Ann SnitowThis provocative anthology brings together a diverse group of well-known feminist and gay writers, historians, and activists. They are concerned not only with current sexual issues-abortion, pornography, reproductive and gay rights-but they also raise a host of new issues and questions: How, and in what ways, is sexuality political? Is the struggle for sexual freedom a complement to other struggles for liberation, or will it detract from them? Has the sexual revolution diminished or enriched the lives of women?
Prejudice and Pride: Discrimination against gay people in modern Britain (Routledge Revivals)
by Bruce GallowayFirst published in 1983, Prejudice and Pride chronicles legal and social discrimination against gay people living in Britain in 1980s. The book alerts its readers to the ways in which gay men and women were treated in our society and how discrimination in each area can be tackled. The book speaks to us all, providing a blueprint for action through the 1980s. While things today might be better, the book is a reminder that the struggle for equal rights was and will continue to be long and cumbersome. The book acknowledges the action and support of the Campaign for Homosexual Equality and will be of interest to students of history, sociology, law, gender studies and sexuality studies.
Principia Martindale: A Comedy in Three Acts
by Edward SwiftA wide-eyed redhead finds her true calling as a Christian evangelist in a broken-down town in Southwest TexasA large redheaded girl from a small East Texas town, Principia Martindale is fairly directionless. But she finds purpose at Hillister Baptist College. Principia was born to be a missionary, she realizes, and her religious fervor wins her a bus ticket to the pathetic West Texas ghost town of Judson, population fifteen. Upon arrival, her days are spent preaching the gospel, baptizing children with premoistened towelettes (water, holy or otherwise, is scarce in Judson), and serving up tortillas as communion wafers.Judson is a dying town, but it boasts one considerable attraction: the image of Jesus Christ has appeared on a rusted screen door. An ever-increasing stream of pilgrims is arriving daily in tiny Judson, and the travelers find themselves as drawn to Principia as to the apparition. But fame was never part of Principia Martindale&’s grand plan. She finds her immortal soul in jeopardy in an ongoing struggle with Satan and his most insidious work: crass boomtown commercialism. Her battle against temptation drives this comic masterpiece from the author of Splendora.
Principia Martindale: A Comedy in Three Acts
by Edward SwiftA wide-eyed redhead finds her true calling as a Christian evangelist in a broken-down town in Southwest TexasA large redheaded girl from a small East Texas town, Principia Martindale is fairly directionless. But she finds purpose at Hillister Baptist College. Principia was born to be a missionary, she realizes, and her religious fervor wins her a bus ticket to the pathetic West Texas ghost town of Judson, population fifteen. Upon arrival, her days are spent preaching the gospel, baptizing children with premoistened towelettes (water, holy or otherwise, is scarce in Judson), and serving up tortillas as communion wafers.Judson is a dying town, but it boasts one considerable attraction: the image of Jesus Christ has appeared on a rusted screen door. An ever-increasing stream of pilgrims is arriving daily in tiny Judson, and the travelers find themselves as drawn to Principia as to the apparition. But fame was never part of Principia Martindale&’s grand plan. She finds her immortal soul in jeopardy in an ongoing struggle with Satan and his most insidious work: crass boomtown commercialism. Her battle against temptation drives this comic masterpiece from the author of Splendora.
Science/Fiction Collections: Fantasy, Supernatural and Weird Tales
by Lee AshScience/Fiction Collections offers different views and attitudes toward Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature and descriptions of a variety of collections. Written during a time when Science Fiction and Fantasy writings had just gained widespread popularity, it offers suggestions and considerations for approaching any special collection dealing with a relatively new field.
Sex and the Bible
by Gerald LarueA book describing many sexual topics as they relate to the bible and Christianity
Sexual Politics, Sexual Communities: The Making of a Homosexual Minority in the United States, 1940–1970
by John D'EmilioWith thorough documentation of the oppression of homosexuals and biographical sketches of the lesbian and gay heroes who helped the contemporary gay culture to emerge, Sexual Politics, Sexual Communities supplies the definitive analysis of the homophile movement in the U.S. from 1940 to 1970. John D'Emilio's new preface and afterword examine the conditions that shaped the book and the growth of gay and lesbian historical literature. "How many students of American political culture know that during the McCarthy era more people lost their jobs for being alleged homosexuals than for being Communists? . . . These facts are part of the heretofore obscure history of homosexuality in America—a history that John D'Emilio thoroughly documents in this important book."—George DeStefano, Nation "John D'Emilio provides homosexual political struggles with something that every movement requires—a sympathetic history rendered in a dispassionate voice."—New York Times Book Review "A milestone in the history of the American gay movement."—Rudy Kikel, Boston Globe
Sudden Death
by Rita Mae BrownOutrageous, irrepressible and endlessly entertaining, the bestselling author of Rubyfruit Jungle and Bingo spins a behind-the-scenes tale of women's professional tennis that dramatically intertwines the heart-stopping excitement of competition and the lingering heartache of intimate human bonds. Carmen Semanan loves three things passionately: tennis, money and professor Harriet Rawls. Just twenty-four, Carmen is at her peak as one of the world's top-seeded tennis champions, determined to win the coveted Grand Slam. She is protected from everything but the grueling demands of her sport by an avaricious agent and her devoted gusty Harriet. All the odds are in her favor. But there are weeds growing in her paradise patch. Carmen's very Latin brother, Miguel, parlays her success into a financial house of cards with deals that include smuggling, forgery, and fraud. Susan Reilly, Carmen's arch-rival and former lover, leaks word of Carms's relationship with Harriet to the press--and tennis's best-kept secret is blown into a front-page scandal. From the French Open to Wimbledon, jealousies, ambitions and passions are set to explode. Now, with everything she cherishes on the line, Carmen must test the true depths of her feelings--both on and off the court.
Toothpick House
by Lee LynchIrrepressible Annie Heaphy, a cab driver from the bars, meets Victoria Locke, a feminist Yale student, and the love story of the era--and for the ages--ensues.
Annie on My Mind
by Nancy GardenA landmark in LGBT fiction, this captivating story of two teenage girls who fall in love is a “classic of the genre” (Publishers Weekly). <P><P> When Liza Winthrop first lays eyes on Annie Kenyon at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, she knows there’s something special between them. <P> Soon, their close friendship develops into a deep and intimate romance. Neither imagined that falling in love could be so wonderful, but as Liza and Annie’s newfound sexuality sparks conflict in both their families and at their schools, they discover it will take more than love for their relationship to succeed. <P>One of the first books to positively portray a lesbian relationship, Annie on My Mind is a groundbreaking classic of the genre. <P>The subject of a First Amendment lawsuit over banned books and one of School Library Journal’s “One Hundred Books that Shaped the Century,” Nancy Garden’s iconic novel is an important story for anyone discovering who they’re meant to be.
Araceli
by Elsa MorantePREMIO MÉDICIS ÉTRANGER La gran obra de madurez de Elsa Morante, ganadora del Premio Strega y admirada por Elena Ferrante («Es hechizante. Fue mi maestra»). «Majestuosa, siniestra, agónica y con una voz muy poderosa. [...] Inolvidable».Kirkus Review «Una maravilla de novela que ofrece todos los placeres de la ficción».Saturday Review Manuele es un hombre de unos cuarenta años que cultiva con esmero la infelicidad. Peculiar, misántropo y homosexual, vive con el recuerdo siempre presente de la mujer que le dio la vida y que murió cuando él era un niño: la bella y rebelde Araceli. En busca de sus raíces, Manuele decide dejar Milán y aventurarse hasta un pueblo perdido de Almería, de donde procede la familia materna. Este viaje, que imaginó como un reencuentro, pronto se convierte en una pesadilla en la quese difumina la antigua imagen de Araceli y triunfan los fantasmas del narrador. Aparece también su tío, un soldado que combatió en la Guerra Civil, y el padre, un noble piamontés y eterno rival de Manuele, y finalmente se impone el lamento de un hombre que no creció y que prefiere llorar los amores perdidos a las muertes reales. Oscura y cautivadora, Araceli es la última novela que escribió Elsa Morante, ganadora del Premio Médicis Étranger y considerada por la crítica su testamento literario: una mirada a la España abandonada del desierto almeriense en los estertores del franquismo y uno de los retratos femeninos más desgarradores que haya dado la literatura contemporánea. Reseñas:«Majestuosa, siniestra, agónica y con una voz muy poderosa. [...] Es como si Leopardi hubiera reescrito a Proust. [...] Inolvidable».Kirkus Review «Elsa Morante fue mi maestra. [...] Es hechizante. He intentado aprender de sus libros, pero me parecen insuperables».Elena Ferrante «Una escritora hechizante».The New Yorker Review of Books «Este mundo nuestro se cae a pedazos... Solo tú, Elsa, consigues darle forma y dignidad».Italo Calvino «Una de las escritoras italianas más importantes del siglo xx».Winston Manrique Sabogal, El País «Una escritora que deslumbra y sorprende».Lourdes Ventura, El Cultural «La primera vez que leí Araceli me pareció perturbadora e impactante. Confieso que me lo sigue pareciendo, pero ahora la admiro, tal vez porque es oscura y se resiste a cualquier intento de clasificarla».Lily Tuck «Araceli merece ser reconocida como una gran obra de literatura existencial, junto con Los cuadernos de Malte Laurid Brigge de Maria Rainer Rilke. [...] Morante escribe de maravilla sobre la desintegración y destrucción del cuerpo y la men, y aunque el camino que toma es oscuro, la conclusión es siempre extática».Kate Zambreno, Believer «Una maravilla de novela que ofrece todos los placeres de la ficción».Saturday Review «Las novelas de Elsa Morante no son difíciles, pero tampoco fáciles: violentas, emocionalmente enredadas, escritas de manera exuberante».Madeleine Schwartz, The New York Review of Books