| Novels L - S |
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�Lesbian and Gay Issues in the English Classroom: The Importance of being Honest.� HARRIS, SIMON(Publication date: 11-28-1990) Taylor & Francis Inc. �Lovers� Legends: The Gay Greek Myths� CALIMACH, ANDREW (2002) New Rochelle, NY: Haiduk Press. Many historical writings are adapted or censored to meet modern societies cultural norms. These Greek Myths have been restored and retold to more accurately reflect the original Greek writings. Contains a 1700 year old debate discussing opinions on which is better, the love of boys, or the love of women, along with many other Gay Greek Myths. �One Teacher in 10� JENNINGS, KEVIN, Editor (1994) Los Angeles * New York: Alyson books. Gay and Lesbian educators tell their true stories, and they are really good! �Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit� WINTERSON, JEANETTE (1985) New York, NY: Grove Press. Novel. This book uses a lot of lit humor in its focus on the inner thoughts and life of Jeanette, a young girl growing up in a very rigid Christian environment. When Jeanette transfers from private to public school her religious orientation makes it difficult for other students to accept her. Jeanette has no problem mixing her spiritual life with her love life. Jeanette loves both God and girls. Her mother and her church don�t get it and Jeanette learns to take care of herself. �PETER� WALKER, KATE (1991) New York, NY: Houghton Miffin Company Novel. Peter is a 15 year old boy. He experiences an intense identity crisis. He rides bikes with a tough homophobic group of kids, and he doesn�t know if he�s straight or gay. �Rainbow Road� SANCHEZ, ALEX (20005) New York, NY: Simon & Schuster Novel. Jason Carrilo came out to his basketball team in his senior year and lost his college scholarship. Now, with graduation behind him he�s asked to speak at the opening of a gay and lesbian school across the country. He has spent years in the closet and wonders what message he can offer. Jason, his lover, and his lovers best friend embark on a trip that has them meeting and interacting with people in all walks of life. I thought it was excellent from beginning to end. �Rubyfruit Jungle� BROWN, RITA MAE (1973) New York, NY: Bantam Books. Novel. Molly was born a bastard. She was adopted by a poor southern couple who want to see their daughter do better than them. Her step father gives her freedom to do what she wants and to be who she is. Her mother is absorbed with her rigid religious beliefs and attempts to restrict Molly�s natural being. Molly, a very strong-minded individual will not compromise who she is. She sets out to be herself, and to make something of herself. |
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