HST 222 Chapter Notes - Chapter 13: Ambivalence
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Chapter 13 lesbian pulp novels and us lesbian identity. Some written for men by men, others written by lesbians intended for les, bi, curious readers. 1950-1965 mass market paperbacks with lesbian themes homophobic appeal profoundly mixed feelings lesbianism mostly invisible in 1950s. Novels available to women in large quantities and close to home. Put lesbian into circulation covers best known features, overly sexualized gay/transsexual pulps existed. Barracks divides real lesbians (masculine, forever gay) and feminine women (beautiful, innocent) Real lesbians strong, healthy, live on farms feminine women urban and decadent. Pulp romances: more sex, male protagonist, written by women, female protag, lesbian movement inspired stories, written on real people post 1965, publishing decrease due to the increasing amount of lesbian porn.
