Discover the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ people around the world - their struggles; triumphs; and cultural contributions. Exploring and explaining the most important ideas and events in LGBTQ+ history and culture; this book showcases the breadth of the LGBTQ+ experience. This diverse; global account explores the most important moments; movements; and phenomena; from the first known lesbian love poetry of Sappho to Kinsey's modern sexuality studies; and features biographies of key figures from Anne Lister to Audre Lorde. Dive deep into the pages of The LGBTQ + History book to discover: - Thought-provoking graphics and flow-charts demystify the central concepts behind key moments in LGBTQ+ history; from eromenos and erastes in the Ancient World to political lesbianism. - Features insightful quotes from leading historians; philosophers; cultural commentators; economists; anthropologists; sociologists; activists; and politicians. - Includes biography boxes and directory entries on the lives of important but lesser-known individuals; alongside well-known names including Sappho; Oscar Wilde; Anne Lister; Harvey Milk; and Marsha P. Johnson. - Global in scope with a localizable directory. The LGBTQ+ History Book celebrates the victories and untold triumphs of LGBTQ+ people throughout history; such as the Stonewall Riots and first gender affirmation surgeries; as well as commemorating moments of tragedy and persecution; from the Renaissance Italian Night Police to the 20th century Don't Ask Don't Tell policy. The book also includes major cultural cornerstones - the secret language of polari; Black and Latine ballroom culture; and the many flags of the community - and the history of LGBTQ+ spaces; from 18th-century molly houses to modern gaybourhoods . The LGBTQ+ History Book celebrates the long; proud - and often hidden - history of LGBTQ+ people; cultures; and places from around the world.