Stone Butch Blues
by Leslie Feinberg
Stone Butch Blues by Leslie Feinberg holds a highly rated rating of 4.27 out of 5, based on 13.6K reader ratings. First published in 1993. The book spans 308 pages.
About Stone Butch Blues
Woman or man? This internationally acclaimed novel looks at the world through the eyes of Jess Goldberg, a masculine girl growing up in the "Ozzie and Harriet" McCarthy era and coming out as a young butch lesbian in the pre-Stonewall gay drag bars of a blue-collar town. Stone Butch Blues traces a propulsive journey, powerfully evoking history and politics while portraying an extraordinary protagonist full of longing, vulnerability, and working-class grit. This once-underground classic takes the reader on a roller-coaster ride of gender transformation and exploration and ultimately speaks to the heart of anyone who has ever suffered or gloried in being different.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Leslie Feinberg |
| Published | 1993 |
| Pages | 308 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.27 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,570 |
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What genre is Stone Butch Blues?
Stone Butch Blues is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Stone Butch Blues worth reading?
Based on 13.6K reader ratings, Stone Butch Blues has an average score of 4.27 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Stone Butch Blues?
Stone Butch Blues has 308 pages.
Who wrote Stone Butch Blues?
Stone Butch Blues was written by Leslie Feinberg. It was first published in 1993.
What is the ISBN for Stone Butch Blues?
The ISBN-13 for Stone Butch Blues is 9781555838540.0.
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