Out & Proud: Gay Classics Collection

Out & Proud: Gay Classics Collection

by Bayard TaylorVirginia Woolf Lucas Malet and others
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 20/11/2023

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Out & Proud: Gay Classics Collection is a seminal anthology that curates a paramount selection of literary works, encapsulating the rich diversity and complexity of gay literature through history. Featuring an array of literary styles from the Victorian era to the modernist period, this collection unites the groundbreaking works of authors who dared to articulate the nuances of gay identity, love, and societal challenges. It highlights key pieces that have significantly influenced the LGBTQ+ literary canon and societal perceptions, underscoring the evolution of gay literature amidst prevailing taboos and challenges. Each narrative, whether a profound exploration of self or a bold critique of the societal norms, contributes to a broader understanding of the historical and cultural context of gay experiences. The contributing authors, including luminaries such as Oscar Wilde, Virginia Woolf, and Radclyffe Hall, bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives that enrich the anthology's thematic concerns. Together, they trace the contours of a shared history and culture while also diverging in their individual experiences and expressions. This collection aligns with crucial literary and cultural movements, offering insights into the struggles and triumphs of the gay community over time. Their collective work provides an invaluable window into the complexities of identity, art, and the unyielding pursuit of authenticity. Out & Proud: Gay Classics Collection is highly recommended for readers seeking to delve deep into the heart of gay literary tradition. The anthology presents a unique opportunity to engage with the voices that have shaped and been shaped by the gay experience, offering a compelling dialogue between past and present. For scholars, students, and enthusiasts of LGBTQ+ literature, this collection promises not just an educational journey but a profound exploration of the myriad ways in which love and identity manifest across time and space. The diversity of styles and themes within beckons readers to explore the rich tapestry of human emotion and resilience that these classic works represent.

ISBN:
8596547727439
8596547727439
Category:
Literature: history & criticism
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
20-11-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat
Virginia Woolf

Virginia Woolf was born in London in 1882. After her father's death in 1904 Virginia and her sister, the painter Vanessa Bell, moved to Bloomsbury and became the centre of ‘The Bloomsbury Group’. This informal collective of artists and writers exerted a powerful influence over early twentieth-century British culture.

In 1912 Virginia married Leonard Woolf, a writer and social reformer. Three years later, her first novel The Voyage Out was published, followed by Night and Day (1919) and Jacob's Room (1922). Between 1925 and 1931 Virginia Woolf produced what are now regarded as her finest masterpieces, from Mrs Dalloway (1925) to The Waves (1931).

She also maintained an astonishing output of literary criticism, short fiction, journalism and biography. On 28 March 1941, a few months before the publication of her final novel, Between the Acts, Virginia Woolf committed suicide.

Radclyffe Hall

Born Marguerite Radclyffe-Hall in 1880, Hall wrote eight novels, the most famous being 'The Well of Loneliness'.

With its overtly lesbian theme, the book was published in 1928, but was deemed obscene and was withdrawn from circulation, not appearing again until 1949.

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