num_pages: 464
description: This landmark work of lesbian history focuses on how certain late-nineteenth-century and twentieth-century women whose lives can be described as lesbian were in the forefront of the battle to secure the rights and privileges that large numbers of Americans enjoy today. Lillian Faderman persuasively argues that their lesbianism may in fact have facilitated their accomplishments. A book of impeccable research and compelling readability, TO BELIEVE IN WOMEN will be a source of enlightenment for all, and for many a singular source of pride.
language: English
title: To Believe in Women: What Lesbians Have Done For America - A History
titlecomplete: To Believe in Women: What Lesbians Have Done For America - A History
genres: Historical, History, Feminism, Queer, Womens, American History, LGBT, Politics, Lesbian, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 277
awards: awardedAt: 915177600000
name: Lambda Literary Award
category: Lesbian Studies, awardedAt: 946713600000
name: The Publishing Triangle Award
category: The Judy Grahn Award for Lesbian Nonfiction
publisher: Mariner Books