by Sarah Prager
Illustrated by Caitlin O’Dwyer
5 stars
A fantastic overview of LGBTQIA+ history that includes events and people from various places in the world. The book provides an introduction to LGBTQIA+ topics, contributions, and famous individuals, as well as a breakdown of events from ancient times, 1600s-1940s, 1950s-1960, 1970s-2020s, and a brief look at the present and future.
Prager does not shy away from the harsh realities of criminalization, homophobia, colonization, discrimination, and exclusion but also showcases instances of joy, empowerment, community, creativity, and resistance. While much of the book focuses on LGBT issues, some issues faced by non-binary and intersex individuals are also discussed.
Lovely artwork that nicely pairs with the text. Well formatted with breakout sections for additional information. I especially enjoyed the Think About It sections that encourage the reader to critically think about the topics presented.
At the back is a section that asks readers to reflect on what they read. There are also lists of places of interest in the US, additional resources, and further reading, as well as a glossary and an index.
A great overview for those looking to start diving into the rich history of the LGBTQIA+ community.