Gay and Lesbian Rights: A Reference Handbook (Contemporary World Issues) - Hardcover

Newton, David E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1598843060 ISBN 13: 9781598843064

Publisher: ABC-CLIO, 2009

Synopsis

This thoroughly updated edition provides readers with the background and resources needed to understand one of the greatest civil rights issues of our time.

· Includes selections from laws and court cases relating to various aspects of the gay/lesbian civil rights movement

· Chronicles an exhaustive list of important events in the gay and lesbian civil rights movement in the United States and Europe

About this title

Book Description:

The landscape of gay and lesbian rights is vastly different than it was just a few years ago. While the issue remains highly charged, surveys indicate that the public is increasingly supportive of same-sex relationships. All but three states have adopted laws against hate crimes based on sexual orientation and nearly 98 percent of large corporations have added sexual orientation to their nondiscrimination policies.

From the Back Cover:

Designed to serve as both a one-stop information source and a guide to in-depth exploration, this engaging volume examines the controversial subject of gay and lesbian rights. Thoroughly objective in its presentation, the volume includes a chronology of significant developments in the gay rights movement, biographical sketches of important and influential people, a review of relevant legislation, and excerpts from speeches and articles on both sides of the issue. Selected print and nonprint resource listings direct readers to additional information on this complicated, emotional matter. This volume provides solid, useful information that can serve as a foundation for further research and enhanced understanding of this critical issue.

About this edition

• Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1598843060
• ISBN 13: 9781598843064
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 320