Drewey Wayne Gunn Libros

Focusing on the evolution of gay detectives, this edition highlights significant milestones in their representation across various media over the decades. It features an extensive annotated list encompassing novels, short stories, plays, graphic novels, comic strips, films, and television series that showcase gay amateur sleuths, police detectives, and private investigators, offering a comprehensive look at their contributions to the genre.

Focusing on gay American fiction, this literary survey highlights 257 significant works featuring gay and bisexual male characters, ranging from novels to graphic stories. It includes well-known titles like Giovanni's Room and A Single Man, as well as lesser-known gems such as Infants of the Spring and The Maltese Falcon. Each entry provides insights into the plot, the work's impact on gay identity, publication history, and author biographies, making it a comprehensive resource for understanding the evolution of this literary genre.

The book provides a comprehensive survey of 254 novels and novellas featuring gay and bisexual male characters by British, Irish, and Commonwealth authors. It spans from the first gay protagonist in 1881 to the onset of the AIDS epidemic in 1981, offering in-depth entries that cover publication history, plot significance, and author biographies. Iconic works like Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray and E.M. Forster's Maurice are included alongside lesser-known titles, enriching the understanding of gay fiction's evolution and serving as an essential reading list.

Exploring the enduring power of poetry, the author draws from years of research into gay mysteries and drama to create a unique collection. This final work captures the essence of how poems can deeply resonate and evolve beyond their initial creation, reflecting on the complexities of identity and expression within the LGBTQ+ community.

This comprehensive guide expands on previous surveys of gay theatrical repertoire by including Off Broadway productions and regional theaters from various countries, including the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and more. Many works featured are discussed for the first time.