Description
Dive into 'A Little Gay History', an essential read for anyone exploring LGBTQ+ history and culture. This insightful book delves into 40 captivating artifacts that span from ancient civilizations to contemporary art, highlighting the rich tapestry of gay love across different eras and cultures. Featured items range from ancient Egyptian texts to the provocative Roman Warren Cup, offering a diverse perspective on queer narratives. Discover the oldest chat-up lines, the identities of historical figures perceived as the first 'lesbian', and the complex views on male same-sex relationships in ancient Greece. With contributions from prominent artists like David Hockney and Bhupen Khakhar, this book not only informs but also inspires a reevaluation of love and identity throughout history. Perfect for history buffs, queer studies scholars, and anyone interested in acknowledging and celebrating LGBTQ+ heritage. Enhance your collection with this beautifully illustrated 128-page publication from The British Museum Press, examining how historical artifacts reveal the multifaceted nature of human love. This brand new publication, published in 2013, offers fresh insights into the often overlooked narratives of LGBTQ+ individuals in history. Note: Shipping for this item is free, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780714151007
Year: 2013
Publisher: The British Museum Press
Pages: 128
Description:
How old is the oldest chat-up line between men? Who was the first 'lesbian'? Were ancient Greek men who had sex together necessarily 'gay'? And what did Shakespeare think about cross-dressing? A Little Gay History takes objects ranging from Ancient Egyptian papyri and the erotic scenes on the Roman Warren Cup to images by modern artists including David Hockney and Bhupen Khakhar to consider questions such as these. Explored are the issues behind forty artefacts from ancient times to the present, and from cultures across the world, to ask a question that concerns us all: how easily can we recognize love in history?
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780714151007
Year: 2013
Publisher: The British Museum Press
Pages: 128
Description:
How old is the oldest chat-up line between men? Who was the first 'lesbian'? Were ancient Greek men who had sex together necessarily 'gay'? And what did Shakespeare think about cross-dressing? A Little Gay History takes objects ranging from Ancient Egyptian papyri and the erotic scenes on the Roman Warren Cup to images by modern artists including David Hockney and Bhupen Khakhar to consider questions such as these. Explored are the issues behind forty artefacts from ancient times to the present, and from cultures across the world, to ask a question that concerns us all: how easily can we recognize love in history?