The Truth That Never Hurts: Writings on Race, Gender, and Freedom (Lesbian & Gay Studies)
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In a quick read, The Truth That Never Hurts: Writings on Race, Gender, and Freedom (Lesbian & Gay Studies) by Barbara Smith comes across as a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. This edition lists 1998 • Rutgers Univ Pr • 217 pages, which gives you a quick sense of scope and pace.
Edition on file: 1998 • Rutgers Univ Pr • 217 pages • ISBN 9780813525730.
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A reasonable choice if you like backlist books that still feel specific and usable.
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