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Discover the revolutionary narrative of 'Outrageous!', a compelling book that delves into the impact of Section 28 on British society. Set against the backdrop of 1988, this gripping account by Paul Baker explores a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history when the law prohibited local authorities from promoting the acceptability of homosexuality in educational settings. Through comprehensive research and engaging interviews with prominent figures such as Ian McKellen and Angela Mason, 'Outrageous!' narrates the fierce resistance against such prejudice, culminating in the eventual repeal of this damaging legislation in the 2000s.
Perfect for LGBTQ+ activists, history enthusiasts, and anyone interested in social justice, this book sheds light on the fight for equality and the resilience of community. With a blend of personal anecdotes and critical commentary, Baker’s work not only reflects on past injustices but also celebrates the collective power to challenge oppressive laws.
Now available in paperback, 'Outrageous!' is a must-read for those seeking to understand the journey toward LGBTQ+ rights in the UK. Get your copy today and witness the extraordinary story of hope, courage, and activism.
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: 9781789147094. Year: 2023. Publisher: Reaktion Books.
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: 9781789147094
Year: 2023
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
On 23 May 1988, Paul Baker sat down with his family to eat cake on his sixteenth birthday while The Six O’Clock News played in the background. But something was not quite right. There was muffled shouting — â€Stop Section 28!’ — and a scuffle. The morning papers would announce: â€Beeb Man Sits on Lesbian’.
The next day Section 28 passed into law, forbidding local authorities from teaching â€the acceptability of homosexuality as a pretended family relationship’. It would send shockwaves through British society, silencing gay pupils and teachers while galvanizing mass protests and the formation of the LGBTQ+ rights groups OutRage! and Stonewall.
Now available in paperback, Outrageous! tells the full story: the background to the Act, how the press fanned the flames and what politicians said during debates, how protestors fought back to bring about the repeal of the law in the 2000s, and its eventual legacy. Based on detailed research, interviews with key figures — including Ian McKellen, Michael Cashman and Angela Mason — and personal recollection, it is an impassioned, warm, often moving account of unthinkable prejudice enshrined within law, and of the power of community to overcome it.
â€Baker’s chatty, tart tone and personal asides serve to throw the heady extremes of a not-so-distant era into even sharper relief.’ — BBC History Magazine
â€Peppered with wry asides and anecdotes.’ — History Revealed magazine
â€An important and fascinating deep dive into one of the most damaging pieces of legislation in modern history.’ — Matthew Todd, author of Strai
Perfect for LGBTQ+ activists, history enthusiasts, and anyone interested in social justice, this book sheds light on the fight for equality and the resilience of community. With a blend of personal anecdotes and critical commentary, Baker’s work not only reflects on past injustices but also celebrates the collective power to challenge oppressive laws.
Now available in paperback, 'Outrageous!' is a must-read for those seeking to understand the journey toward LGBTQ+ rights in the UK. Get your copy today and witness the extraordinary story of hope, courage, and activism.
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: 9781789147094. Year: 2023. Publisher: Reaktion Books.
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: 9781789147094
Year: 2023
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
On 23 May 1988, Paul Baker sat down with his family to eat cake on his sixteenth birthday while The Six O’Clock News played in the background. But something was not quite right. There was muffled shouting — â€Stop Section 28!’ — and a scuffle. The morning papers would announce: â€Beeb Man Sits on Lesbian’.
The next day Section 28 passed into law, forbidding local authorities from teaching â€the acceptability of homosexuality as a pretended family relationship’. It would send shockwaves through British society, silencing gay pupils and teachers while galvanizing mass protests and the formation of the LGBTQ+ rights groups OutRage! and Stonewall.
Now available in paperback, Outrageous! tells the full story: the background to the Act, how the press fanned the flames and what politicians said during debates, how protestors fought back to bring about the repeal of the law in the 2000s, and its eventual legacy. Based on detailed research, interviews with key figures — including Ian McKellen, Michael Cashman and Angela Mason — and personal recollection, it is an impassioned, warm, often moving account of unthinkable prejudice enshrined within law, and of the power of community to overcome it.
â€Baker’s chatty, tart tone and personal asides serve to throw the heady extremes of a not-so-distant era into even sharper relief.’ — BBC History Magazine
â€Peppered with wry asides and anecdotes.’ — History Revealed magazine
â€An important and fascinating deep dive into one of the most damaging pieces of legislation in modern history.’ — Matthew Todd, author of Strai