Feeling Backward

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The book explores the complexities of love within the context of the evolving landscape of lesbian and gay culture. It examines how the growing acceptance of same-sex marriage and representation in media brings benefits, yet also highlights the subtle losses tied to assimilation. Many elements of historical gay culture, intertwined with the struggles of the closet, are difficult to recognize and grieve, prompting a deeper reflection on identity and community in a changing society.