As in his highly acclaimed Growing Up Gay in the South, James Sears masterfully blends a symphony of Southern voices to chronicle the era from the baby boom to the dawn of gay rights and the Stonewall riot. Sears weaves a rich historical tapestry through the use of personal reminiscences, private letters, subpoenaed testimony and previously
This book documents Southern gay history and culture during the Cold War/pre-Stonewall era. It provides a rich historical tapestry through the use of personal reminiscences, private letters, subpoenaed testimony and unpublished court and legislative documents, and newspaper stories.
“Create a More Positive Rehoboth” was a decades-long goal for progress and inclusiveness in a charming beach town in southern Delaware. Rehoboth, which was established in the 19th century as a Methodist Church meeting camp, has, over time, become a thriving mecca for the LGBTQ+ community. In Queering Rehoboth Beach, historian and educator James Sears charts this significant evolution. Sears draws upon extensive oral history accounts, archival material, and personal narratives to chronicle “the Battle for Rehoboth,” which unfolded in the late 20th century, as conservative town leaders and homeowners opposed progressive entrepreneurs and gay activists. He recounts not just the emergence of the gay and lesbian bars, dance clubs, and organizations that drew the queer community to the region, but also the efforts of local politicians and homeowners, among other groups who fought to develop and protect the traditional identity of this beach town. Moreover, issues of race, class, and gender and sexuality informed opinions as residents and visitors struggled with the AIDS crisis and the legacy of Jim Crow.Queering Rehoboth Beach is more than just an inspiring story about a community’s resilience and determination to establish a safe space for itself in the wake of the era of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell. It is also a terrific beach read.
Take a revealing look at gay sex and gay history - and the man who helped kick-start gay activism in today's society.The Mattachine is the origin of the contemporary American gay movement. One of the major players in this movement was Hal Call, America’s first openly gay journalist and the man most responsible for the end of government censorship of frontal male nude photography through the mail. Behind the Mask of the Mattachine: The Early Movement for Homosexual Emancipation, the Hal Call Chronicles travels back to the times before Stonewall and its aftermath, to the beginnings of the modern homosexual movement and the lesser-known individuals who started it. This stunning chronicle boldly goes beyond the standard whitewashed/desexualized history usually provided by other gay historians, to give the unexpurgated - and sexually charged - history of the activists who organized homosexuals, using the biography of the controversial Hal Call as its springboard.Behind the Mask of the Mattachine provides a revealing illustration of gay life and gay sex in the past through an intergenerational history of the early gay men’s movement. Noted author James T. Sears generously weaves oral history, seldom seen historical documents, and rare photographs to provide a rich behind-the-scenes look at the first wave of Mattachine activists and the emerging gay pornography industry. This historical chronicle of a previously neglected era is packed with details of Call’s personal struggles, his celebration of the phallus, and his assertion linking homophobia and heteronormativity to our culture’s sex-negative tradition. The reader is transported to the sexual underworld of youthful hustlers, porno kingpins, spurned lovers, sex clubs, cruising grounds, secretive societies, and personal in-fighting over the direction of gay activism. This enthralling narrative is impeccably referenced.Behind the Mask of the Mattachine examines:the origins of the Mattachine Societythe Mattachine Foundation of Harry Hay and others of the “Fifth Order”the Weimar Republic in Germany—the roots of the modern homosexual movementnetworking of homosexuals through correspondence clubs and speakeasies in Depression-era Americathe intense rivalries between San Francisco and New York City Mattachine groupscensorship of books, magazines, and filmsmuch more!The book explores the lives of three generations of pre-Stonewall gay activists:Magnus Hirschfeld and Benedikt FriedländerHenry Gerber and Manual boyFrankHarry Hay and Hal CallBehind the Mask of the Mattachine is not only candid about gay sex and its impact on society but also puts a needed spotlight on a time in lesser-known gay history. This is important, illuminating reading for historians and gay persons interested in the undeniably sexually charged history of the early gay men’s movement.Take a look at these other James T. Sears books on LGBT issues: Growing Up Gay in the South online at http://www.haworthpress.com/store/product.asp?sku=0502 and Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender Issues in Education online at http://www.haworthpress.com/store/product.asp?sku=5180
Take a revealing look at gay sex and gay history - and the man who helped kick-start gay activism in today's society.The Mattachine is the origin of the contemporary American gay movement. One of the major players in this movement was Hal Call, America’s first openly gay journalist and the man most responsible for the end of government censorship of frontal male nude photography through the mail. Behind the Mask of the Mattachine: The Early Movement for Homosexual Emancipation, the Hal Call Chronicles travels back to the times before Stonewall and its aftermath, to the beginnings of the modern homosexual movement and the lesser-known individuals who started it. This stunning chronicle boldly goes beyond the standard whitewashed/desexualized history usually provided by other gay historians, to give the unexpurgated - and sexually charged - history of the activists who organized homosexuals, using the biography of the controversial Hal Call as its springboard.Behind the Mask of the Mattachine provides a revealing illustration of gay life and gay sex in the past through an intergenerational history of the early gay men’s movement. Noted author James T. Sears generously weaves oral history, seldom seen historical documents, and rare photographs to provide a rich behind-the-scenes look at the first wave of Mattachine activists and the emerging gay pornography industry. This historical chronicle of a previously neglected era is packed with details of Call’s personal struggles, his celebration of the phallus, and his assertion linking homophobia and heteronormativity to our culture’s sex-negative tradition. The reader is transported to the sexual underworld of youthful hustlers, porno kingpins, spurned lovers, sex clubs, cruising grounds, secretive societies, and personal in-fighting over the direction of gay activism. This enthralling narrative is impeccably referenced.Behind the Mask of the Mattachine examines:the origins of the Mattachine Societythe Mattachine Foundation of Harry Hay and others of the “Fifth Order”the Weimar Republic in Germany—the roots of the modern homosexual movementnetworking of homosexuals through correspondence clubs and speakeasies in Depression-era Americathe intense rivalries between San Francisco and New York City Mattachine groupscensorship of books, magazines, and filmsmuch more!The book explores the lives of three generations of pre-Stonewall gay activists:Magnus Hirschfeld and Benedikt FriedländerHenry Gerber and Manual boyFrankHarry Hay and Hal CallBehind the Mask of the Mattachine is not only candid about gay sex and its impact on society but also puts a needed spotlight on a time in lesser-known gay history. This is important, illuminating reading for historians and gay persons interested in the undeniably sexually charged history of the early gay men’s movement.Take a look at these other James T. Sears books on LGBT issues: Growing Up Gay in the South online at http://www.haworthpress.com/store/product.asp?sku=0502 and Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender Issues in Education online at http://www.haworthpress.com/store/product.asp?sku=5180
Self-Help - Bright idealists often find themselves disillusioned and searching for meaning in today's world. Grasping for answers can lead to existential depression. Searching for Meaning helps idealists understand their quandaries and describes various ways in which they attempt to cope with their disillusionment. Helpful information and suggestions provide courses of action to nurture idealism, hope, happiness, and contentment.
From our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Contains every verse from all 5 chapters of the book of James. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. Originally designed as a fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, etc.Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse.Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight.Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book of James Word Search.
From the Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Contains all the verses from Galatians. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. Originally designed as a fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, etc. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size.
From the Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Contains all the verses from Ephesians. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. Originally designed as a fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, etc. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size.
From The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Contains all the verses from the book of Philippians. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. Originally designed as a fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, etc. Search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book of Philippians Word Search.
From The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Contains all the verses from the book of Colossians. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. Originally designed as a fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, etc. Search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book of Colossians Word Search. Please check out ISBN-13: 978-1532989117 for the complete book of James.
From The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Contains all the verses from the book of Titus and Philemon. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. A fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, Sunday Search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series. Recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the books of Titus and Philemon Word Search.
The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Hebrews Vol. 1 Contains all the verses from chapter 1 through chapter 8. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. A fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, nursing homes etc. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book of Hebrews Volume 1.Get Volume 2 to complete the book.ISBN-13: 978-1537596761Hebrews Volume 2 which has the remaining chapters of Hebrews 9 through 13 which will give you the complete book of Hebrews. Click the author link above or search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series.
The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Hebrews Vol. 2 Contains all the verses from chapter 9 through chapter 13. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. A fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, nursing homes etc. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book on Hebrews Volume 2.Get Volume 1 to complete the book.ISBN-13: 978-1537562063 Hebrews Volume 1 which has the remaining chapters of Hebrews 1 through 8 which will give you all of Hebrews.
The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Revelation Vol. 1 Contains all the verses from chapter 1 through chapter 8. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. A fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, nursing homes etc. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book of Revelation Volume 1.To complete the book of Revelation you will need Vol. 2 and 3.Get Volume 2 ISBN-13: 978-1537707617 Revelation Volume 2 which has the remaining chapters of Revelation 9 through 16. Click the author link above or search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series.Get Volume 3 ISBN-13: 978-1537708478 Revelation Volume 3 which has the remaining chapters of Revelation 17 through 22. Click the author link above or search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series.
The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Revelation Vol. 2 Contains all the verses from chapter 9 through chapter 16. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. A fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, nursing homes etc. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book of Revelation Volume 2.To complete the book of Revelation you will need Vol. 1 and 3.Get Volume 1 ISBN-13: 978-1537706962 Revelation Volume 1 which has the chapters of Revelation 1 through 8. Search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series. Get Volume 3 ISBN-13: 978-1537708478 Revelation Volume 3 which has the remaining chapters of Revelation 17 through 22. Click the author link above or search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series.
The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Revelation Vol. 3 Contains all the verses from chapter 17 through chapter 22. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. A fun way to review for bible memorization programs. Can also be used in youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, nursing homes etc. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of our Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Large Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book of Revelation Volume 3.To complete the book of Revelation you will need Vol. 1 and 2.Get Volume 1 ISBN-13: 978-1537708478 Revelation Volume 3 which has the remaining chapters of Revelation 17 through 22. Click the author link above or search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series.Get Volume 2 ISBN-13: 978-1537707617 Revelation Volume 2 which has the remaining chapters of Revelation 9 through 16. Click the author link above or search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series.
The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Romans Volume 1 Contains all the verses from chapter 1 through chapter 5. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. A fun way to review for bible memorization programs, youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, nursing homes, men's bible studies, women's bible studies, senior activity books etc. Keep your mind active and alert by reviewing God's word. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of the Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse.Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book of Romans Volume 1. Search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series.
The Bible Memory Lighthouse Series: Word search Romans Volume 2 Contains all the verses from chapter 6 through chapter 10. The search words are highlighted in bold in the verse. There is also a list of words for each verse that you can cross off as you find them, which leaves the verse unmarked for further review. A fun way to review for bible memorization programs, youth groups, bible study, prayer groups, vacation bible schools, nursing homes, men's bible studies, women's bible studies, senior activity books etc. Keep your mind active and alert by reviewing God's word. Beautiful lighthouse scenes grace the covers of the Bible Memory Lighthouse Series, recalling the great song "The Lighthouse" For Jesus is our lighthouse. Extra Large Jumbo Print that is easy to see for those with fading eyesight. Large 8.5 x 11 size We hope and pray you will enjoy the book of Romans Volume 2. Click the author link above or search for Bible Memory Lighthouse Series to see more in this series.
