The book explores the historical evolution of homosexuality from being criminalized to gaining legal recognition, focusing on the first same-sex marriage in Quebec in 2004. Through a comparative analysis of gay persecution in France and Quebec, it examines the roles of various societal groups—families, clergy, medical professionals, and legal authorities—in shaping public perception and legal definitions of homosexuality. By highlighting how these influences transformed individuals from sinners and criminals to recognized citizens, it reveals the complex relationship between law and societal attitudes towards homosexuality.
