This compelling book recounts the history of black gay men from the 1950s to the 1990s; tracing how the major movements of the times—from civil rights to black power to gay liberation to AIDS activism—helped shape the cultural stigmas that surrounded race and homosexuality. In locating the rise of black gay identities in historical context; Kevin Mumford explores how activists; performers; and writers rebutted negative stereotypes and refused sexual objectification. Examining the lives of both famous and little-known black gay activists—from James Baldwin and Bayard Rustin to Joseph Beam and Brother Grant-Michael Fitzgerald—Mumford analyzes the ways in which movements for social change both inspired and marginalized black gay men. Drawing on an extensive archive of newspapers; pornography; and film; as well as government documents; organizational records; and personal papers; Mumford sheds new light on four volatile decades in the protracted battle of black gay men for affirmation and empowerment in the face of pervasive racism and homophobia.
#649295 in Books Judkin Browning 2014-02-01 2014-02-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.20 x .60 x 6.10l; 1.18 #File Name: 1469613700264 pagesShifting Loyalties The Union Occupation of Eastern North Carolina
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Indepth Treatment of Union Sympathy in North CarolinaBy Herbert W. Stanford IIIFascinating treatment of a subject that is virtually unknown...Unionism in both eastern and western North Carolina before and during the Civil War.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. North Carolina under the YankeesBy James D. CrabtreeAlthough a bit dry at times; Shifting Loyalties does a good job of telling the story of occupied North Carolina; the coastal region which fell to Union invasion in 1862 and included the towns of New Bern and Beaufort. The relationships between the Yankees; the unionist Carolinians and rebel sympathizers (to say nothing of the African-American population) are discussed at length; exploring Union demoralization; rebel terrorism; trade and attitudes towards the war.A very good look at this forgotten theater of the Civil War. Illustrated with photos and some graphics.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A well-written scholary bookBy James W. DurneyOccupation is difficult for all parties. The civilian population is never fully trusted and the military often is high handed. The result is a series of problems made worse by changing priorities and news of the war. Make it a rebellion and things are even harder to handle. Add in a population with a solid loyal core to make things worse. For extra problems; add a large underclass based on race. To make things worse; give the occupying army a strong racist tone.The above is a quick description of the occupied areas of North Carolina. The naval blockade needed ports if it was going to be effective. The ports were in rebel hands. In 1862; the Federal army and navy captured the ports of Beaufort and New Bern. The operation resulted in most of two counties coming under control of the Army. For the reminder of the war; an uneasy balance of power existed in this area. This was not an area quick to leave the Union. Having done so; they gave good service to the Confederacy.Occupation and emancipation forced the white residents into a series of choices and compromises that tested their loyalties to their nation and each other. These loyalties shift over the years. Emancipation; ties to the community and the realities of being occupied cause real conflicts for this group. For the free blacks and the slaves the arrival of the Federals is a revelation. In a very short time; slaves are emancipated or in a position where their owner cannot force obedience. Freedom is not universal and the application of "law" is uneven. Overall; a large illiterate black population is set free for better or worse. The author provides a balanced view of the freed slaves and the benevolent societies that try to help them. Lastly is the occupying army. The author gives of a real look at duty that is boring; unrewarding; stressful and at times dangerous. There are few rewards in what is usually a thankless task. Soldiers went from liberators to oppressors in a short time. Even as blacks welcome them; their racism makes them discount this. The benevolent societies have different priorities and often work harder to damage other societies than help the freeman.This is a well-written scholarly book with full endnotes; sources and index. This book is well off the beaten path and all the move valuable because of that. The only problem I have is the lack of a good map. This may not be a problem for many but I like to orientate myself and could not do so.
