Bannon, Ann
Beebo Brinker (Lesbian Pulp Fiction)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781573441254
- author:
- Bannon, Ann
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cleis Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 229mm
- Genre:
- Literature of special Lesbian interest
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Beebo Brinker is a landmark novel by Ann Bannon, known as the "Queen of Lesbian Pulp Fiction". This 2001 publication offers a unique portrayal of lesbian life in the 1950s, moving beyond the shame and isolation often depicted in the genre. The story follows Beebo, a butch teenager from Wisconsin who finds herself drawn to various women in New York's Greenwich Village. Beebo's journey takes her through the city's lesbian bars and into the glamour of Hollywood, as she navigates her desires and finds love with three different women: Mona Petry, Paula Ash, and Venus Bogardus. This captivating read chronicles the reality of 1950s lesbian life, showcasing a dreamy butch protagonist who embodies the era's complexities. With its engaging narrative and vivid portrayal of lesbian life in the 1950s, Beebo Brinker is an astounding and engaging read that continues to resonate with readers today.
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