Description |
1 online resource |
Series |
Routledge advances in sociology ; 89 |
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Routledge advances in sociology ; 89.
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Contents |
The Challenges of Being a Rural Gay Man Coping with Stigma; Copyright; Contents; List of Figures; Prologue; Acknowledgments; 1 Introduction; 2 Research Methods; 3 Living in Rural Communities; 4 Relating to Families; 5 Establishing a Sexual Identity; 6 Developing Partnerships; 7 Engaging in Sexual Behavior; 8 Conclusions; Appendix A: Tables; Notes; References; Index |
Summary |
Gay men often face struggles in the conservative world of rural life, due to the pervasive social stigmas associated with homosexuality and the lack of anonymity in a small-town setting. In this book, Preston and D'Augelli present the results of in-depth interviews and surveys with rural gay men, providing unique and hitherto unknown perspectives on their experiences coping with intolerance. With sensitivity and humor, the authors narrate their attempts at accessing this hidden population in bars, campgrounds, social clubs, and political groups. This volume is a must-read for researchers, a |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Notes |
Print version record |
Subject |
Rural gay men -- United States
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Rural gay men -- United States -- Social conditions
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SOCIAL SCIENCE -- Gay Studies.
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Rural gay men
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United States
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Form |
Electronic book
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Author |
D'Augelli, Anthony R.
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ISBN |
9781135079406 |
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1135079404 |
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