Showcasing the breadth of the LGBTQ+ experience, this diverse, global account explores the most important moments, movements, and phenomena, celebrating the victories and untold triumphs of LGBTQ+ people throughout history as well as commemorating moments of tragedy and persecution.

Includes index.

Early explorations -- Renaissance and retribution -- Subcultures and publicity -- Sexology and sexual identities -- Protests, pride and coalition -- Out in the open.