Closet Queens - Some 20th Century British Politicians (Paperback)

Closet Queens is a fascinating study of gay men in twentieth century British politics, from Lord Rosebery and Lord Beauchamp in Edwardian times to Michael Portillo and Peter Mandelson in our own era. As all homosexual activity was illegal until 1967, and exposure meant ruin and disgrace, such men were obliged either to repress their sexual feelings or else lead double lives, indulging their tastes secretly while respectably married with children. The need to cover up their sexuality, while causing problems and disappointments, often sharpened their skills as politicians - they were masters of secrecy and subterfuge, and knew how to take calculated risks. An entertaining and insightful account of some extraordinary personalities, Closet Queens opens doors into a hidden world.

General

Imprint:	Abacus
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	July 2016
Authors:	Michael Bloch
Dimensions:	202 x 122 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - B-format
Pages:	336
ISBN-13:	978-0-349-13875-6
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Historical, political & military Books > Humanities > History > British & Irish history > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Gay & Lesbian studies > Gay studies (Gay men) Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political structure & processes > General Books > History > British & Irish history > General Books > Biography > Historical, political & military Promotions
LSN:	0-349-13875-3
Barcode:	9780349138756

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