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The Boys in the Bars

by Christopher Davis
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The Boys in the Bars
The Boys in the Bars

Insightful journey through gay culture's evolution.

If you're intrigued by the transformation of social attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community, "The Boys in the Bars" could be a compelling read. It delves into the nuances of gay life and culture, offering a personal and historical perspective that's both enlightening and moving. It's a snapshot of a pivotal time, captured with authenticity that resonates with the struggles and triumphs of its era.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Boys in the Bars

by Christopher Davis
RM36.96 MYR Now RM25.76 MYR Save 30%
Compare to estimated retail price: RM49.85 MYR  

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ISBN: 9780915175383
Authors: Christopher Davis
Publisher: Knights Pr
Date of Publication: 1990-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction
Related Topics: LGBTQ+
Goodreads rating: 3.27
(rated by 15 readers)

Description

The Boys in the Bars is a collection of short stories by Christopher Davis that tell the tales of the New York/Fire Island scene from the late seventies to beyond the present. Some are funny, some heartbreaking, but all are written with the taut, elegant phrases that have become the hallmark of Mr. Davis' writing.
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Insightful journey through gay culture's evolution.

If you're intrigued by the transformation of social attitudes towards the LGBTQ+ community, "The Boys in the Bars" could be a compelling read. It delves into the nuances of gay life and culture, offering a personal and historical perspective that's both enlightening and moving. It's a snapshot of a pivotal time, captured with authenticity that resonates with the struggles and triumphs of its era.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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