Lgbtq Almanac By Deborah G. Felder

Influential! Remarkable! Groundbreaking! Discover and celebrate the amazing stories and achievements of some of America’s most inspiring artists, athletes, scholars, advocates and activists, political and civic leaders, entrepreneurs, physicians, educators, and more. Explore the vibrant experiences and vital roles of LGBTQ people in America!

Honoring the history and the impact of LGBTQ people on the United States across a variety of fields, The LGBTQ Almanac: 500 Years of Queer Culture in American History is a fascinating mix of biographies, little-known or misunderstood historical facts, enlightening essays on significant legislation, and cultural changes. It features a large collection of 425 biographies of both celebrated and lesser-known influencers in the community, such as …

Julie Dorf , Human Rights Activist

Ruth Ellis, Entrepreneur

Cecilia Gentili and Shirley Willer, Activists

Lucy Diggs Slowe, Educator, Athlete

Brandan Robertson, Religious leader

Jasper Johns, Painter, Graphic Artist

John Waters, Director

Nathan Lane, Actor

RuPaul, Entertainer, Television Host

Ben Barres, Neurobiologist

William Masters and Virginia Johnson, Scientists, Sexologists

Tammy Baldwin, Senator

Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation

Sarah McBride, Congresswoman

Phyllis Frye, Lawyer, Judge

James Hormel, Business Executive, Diplomat

Mary Barra, Chair and CEO, General Motors

Beth Ford, President and CEO, Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Eric Fanning, Secretary of the Army

Helen G. James, Airman Second Class

Megan Rapinoe, Soccer Player

Brittney Griner, WNBA Basketball Player

Lia Thomas, Swimmer

And many, many more!

Celebrating Queer history and achievements, The LGBTQ Almanac is a unique and valuable resource. This fascinating read is devoted to illustrating the moving and often lost history of LGBTQ people in business, politics, the military, art, entertainment, sports, media, religion, science, and across America life and throughout its history. Commemorating and honoring Queer achievements, honors, and influence, this important book brings to light all there is to admire and discover about LGBTQ Americans! Numerous photographs and illustrations, a helpful bibliography, a timeline, and an extensive index add to its usefulness.