Desired Past: A Short History of Same-Sex Love in America

Year 2002
Pages 241
Binding Paperback

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This edition of Desired Past: A Short History of Same-Sex Love in America by Leila J. Rupp is a history book that adds background to its subject. The record for this copy lists 2002 • Univ of Chicago Pr • 241 pages.

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Desired Past: A Short History of Same-Sex Love in America by Leila J. Rupp is a steady, history book that adds background and perspective.

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