Gay Canon: Great Books Every Gay Man Should Read

There are countless works of interest to gay men in print right now - anthologies, novels, memoirs, poetry, drama, even comics and graphic novels." The Gay Canon" puts into context the works that have contributed to the history of the gay imagination, presenting a living canon that is whole, fresh, vibrant, and authentic. In a series of candid, conversational essays, Robert Drake seeks not to tell readers what to think about the Canon, but to challenge them to draw their own conclusions and interpretations. Including discussion questions and a suggested reading schedule, " The Gay Canon" is designed to be used by readers and readers' groups in the exploration of these important works.