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Item specifics
- Condition
- ISBN
- 9781487562908
- Book Title
- Insist That They Love You : Craig Rodwell and the Fight for Gay Pride
- Publisher
- University of Toronto Press
- Item Length
- 8.8 in
- Publication Year
- 2025
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 1.2 in
- Genre
- Social Science, Biography & Autobiography
- Topic
- Lgbt Studies / General, Gender Studies, Social Activists
- Item Weight
- 22.4 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.8 in
- Number of Pages
- 432 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
University of Toronto Press
ISBN-10
148756290X
ISBN-13
9781487562908
eBay Product ID (ePID)
24074018139
Product Key Features
Book Title
Insist That They Love You : Craig Rodwell and the Fight for Gay Pride
Number of Pages
432 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2025
Topic
Lgbt Studies / General, Gender Studies, Social Activists
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Social Science, Biography & Autobiography
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.2 in
Item Weight
22.4 Oz
Item Length
8.8 in
Item Width
5.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
306.7662092
Table Of Content
Introduction 1. Early Out 2. New York I - Harvey Milk, Light and Dark Days 3. New York II - Militants in Mattachine 4. Inside the Oscar Wilde - Mercer Street 5. The New York Hymnal 6. Stonewall and Gay Power 7. Dear Craig 8. Let's March 9. QQ Magazine 10. Christian Science 11. Inside the Oscar Wilde - Christopher Street 12. Monuments, Myths, and Memorials 13. Transitions Epilogue Acknowledgments Notes Bibliography Index
Synopsis
Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York and Chicago, Insist That They Love Youpresents a comprehensive biography of Craig Rodwell, an unheralded yet pivotal figure in the militant gay rights movement of the 1960s and 1970s. Award-winning journalist John Van Hoesen explores cities grappling with social change, while highlighting Craig Rodwell's transformative impact. The book traces Rodwell's journey from a complicated childhood in a Christian Science boarding school and turbulent teenage years to his prominent role as an activist in adulthood. Founder of the first bookstore of its kind dedicated to gay and lesbian literature - the Oscar Wilde Memorial Bookshop - Rodwell played a crucial role in the early protests for gay rights, the Stonewall Riots, and the inaugural pride march of 1970. The book also thoughtfully considers the trajectory of Rodwell's tumultuous personal life, including his relationship with Harvey Milk. Insist That They Love Youhonours Rodwell's vital contributions to the gay rights movement, bringing to life for readers the fearless determination and hard work that built today's freedoms. This compelling biography inspires readers to reflect on the power of truth, courage, and action to further social change., This inspiring biography of Craig Rodwell illuminates the life of a central activist and conscience of gay liberation, the visionary founder of the landmark Oscar Wilde Memorial Bookshop and the prime mover behind the inaugural pride march of 1970., Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York and Chicago, Insist That They Love You presents a comprehensive biography of Craig Rodwell, an unheralded yet pivotal figure in the militant gay rights movement of the 1960s and 1970s. Award-winning journalist John Van Hoesen explores cities grappling with social change, while highlighting Craig Rodwell's transformative impact. The book traces Rodwell's journey from a complicated childhood in a Christian Science boarding school and turbulent teenage years to his prominent role as an activist in adulthood. Founder of the first bookstore of its kind dedicated to gay and lesbian literature - the Oscar Wilde Memorial Bookshop - Rodwell played a crucial role in the early protests for gay rights, the Stonewall Riots, and the inaugural pride march of 1970. The book also thoughtfully considers the trajectory of Rodwell's tumultuous personal life, including his relationship with Harvey Milk. Insist That They Love You honours Rodwell's vital contributions to the gay rights movement, bringing to life for readers the fearless determination and hard work that built today's freedoms. This compelling biography inspires readers to reflect on the power of truth, courage, and action to further social change.
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- c***m (433)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAAA+++; Excellent Service; Great Pricing; Fast Delivery-Faster Than Expected to Hawaii using free shipping USPS Ground Mail, Received 06/18; Paperback book in Great Condition as Described ; TLC Packaging; Excellent Seller Communication, Sends updates . Highly Recommended!, Thank you very much!Jesse Livermore's Two Books of Market Wisdom: Reminiscences of a Stock Operat... (#356784261477)
- 1***a (508)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseJob-Hunter's Survival Guide : How to Find Hope and Rewarding Work, Even When There Are No Jobs by Richard N. Bolles (2009, Trade Paperback): Condition new as described, packaged fine for shipping, seller courteous with questions, priced reasonably, not as easily obtainable as in previous years, yet is a condensed version of career/job search that is effective. Thank you.
- n***m (114)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseGood price for the book. Shipping was slow. Messaged the seller a week after I ordered it to see when they were going to ship it. They responded immediately and said it would be shipped out soon. Got it about a week later. Book did arrive in the date range that they provided though  Minimal packaging. Book is Shrink wrapped and only wrapped in thin plastic. No bubble wrap. Book is in good shape though.