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LGBTQ+ Demographic Studies - Racism and the Making of Gay Rights: A Sexologist, His Student, and the Empire of Queer Love

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Book Synopsis: In 1931, a sexologist arrived in colonial Shanghai to give a public lecture about homosexuality. In the audience was a medical student. The sexologist, Magnus Hirschfeld, fell in love with the medical student, Li Shiu Tong. Li became Hirschfeld’s assistant on a lecture tour around the world.
Racism and the Making of Gay Rights shows how Hirschfeld laid the groundwork for modern gay rights, and how he did so by borrowing from a disturbing set of racist, imperial, and eugenic ideas.
Following Hirschfeld and Li in their travels through the American, Dutch, and British empires, from Manila to Tel Aviv to having tea with Langston Hughes in New York City, and then into exile in Hitler’s Europe, Laurie Marhoefer provides a vivid portrait of queer lives in the 1930s and of the turbulent, often-forgotten first chapter of gay rights.

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Uncover the captivating story of love, friendship, and activism in "Racism and the Making of Gay Rights". Delve into the lives of Magnus Hirschfeld and Li Shiu Tong as they traverse through colonial Shanghai to Hitler's Europe, championing queer love amidst a backdrop of imperial powers and eugenic ideologies. This meticulously researched book sheds light on the forgotten origins of modern gay rights.

Experience a journey through history as you follow the footsteps of Hirschfeld and Li on their groundbreaking lecture tour around the world. From Manila to New York City, witness their encounters with historical figures and pivotal moments that shaped the landscape of LGBTQ+ rights today. "Racism and the Making of Gay Rights" offers a unique perspective on the turbulent 1930s queer lives.

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of queer history with this compelling narrative that examines the intertwined complexities of racism, imperialism, and the struggle for LGBTQ+ equality. Laurie Marhoefer's engaging storytelling weaves together personal narratives and global events, painting a vivid picture of the early days of the gay rights movement.

Don't miss out on this enlightening and thought-provoking exploration of queer identities and activism. Order your copy of "Racism and the Making of Gay Rights" today and embark on a journey that challenges preconceived notions and celebrates the resilience of the LGBTQ+ community.

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