Love in the Lav : A Social Biography of Same-Sex Desire in Ireland, 1922-1972.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Earls, Averill, 1986-

Series:

Sexuality studies series.

Sexuality Studies

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Gay men--Ireland--Social conditions--20th century.

Gay men.

Male homosexuality--Social aspects--Ireland--History--20th century.

Male homosexuality.

Ireland--Social conditions--1922-1973.

Ireland.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (240 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Philadelphia : Temple University Press, 2025.

Summary:

This book examines male same-sex desire and its social implications in Ireland from 1922 to 1972. Drawing on diverse sources such as police records, fictional narratives, religious sermons, and archival materials, historian Averill Earls explores the cultural and legal forces that shaped attitudes toward homosexuality during this period. The author provides a detailed analysis of how state institutions policed sexual behavior, while also highlighting the lived experiences of individuals and communities. Through a combination of historical research and social biography, the book seeks to shed light on the intersection of sexuality, identity, and power in 20th-century Ireland. Intended for readers interested in queer history, Irish history, and the broader study of sexuality studies, this work contributes to understanding the historical dynamics of LGBTQ+ rights and societal attitudes. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

1-4399-2417-1

OCLC:

1523373631