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The Story of Gay Visibility in America by Suzanna Danuta Walters
Splashed against the tumultuous Clinton years and framed by the clash between gay political might and anti-gay activism, ALL THE RAGE presents the first authoritative guide to the new gay visibility. From the public outing of Ellen DeGeneres to the vicious murder of Matthew Shepard, gay lives and images have moved onto the center stage of American public life. Lesbians and gay men are indeed everywhere, from television sitcoms to Budweiser ads, from the White House to the Magic Kingdom. Combining personal stories with incisive analysis, Suzanna Danuta Walters chronicles this historic moment in our culture, arguing that we live in a time when gays are seen, but not necessarily known. Many consider the new gay visibility a sign of social acceptance, while others charge that it is mere window dressing, obscuring the dogged persistence of discrimination. Walters moves beyond these positions and instead argues that these realities coexist: gays are at once the sign of social decay in our culture and the chic flavor of the month. Taking on the common wisdom that visibility means progress, ALL THE RAGE maps the terrain on which gays are accepted as witty accessories in movies, gain access to political power, and yet still fall into constrictive stereotypes. Walters warns us with clarity and wit of the pitfalls of equating visibility with full integration into the fabric of American society. From the playful TV fantasies of lesbian weddings on Friends to the very real obstacles confronting gay marriage, from the award-winning comedy Will & Grace to Bible-thumping radio superhost Dr. Laura, ALL THE RAGE takes on naive celebrants and jaded naysayers alike. With a sophisticated mix of caution and optimism, it provides an illuminating guide through these heady, controversial times.

AUTHOR: Suzanna Danuta Walters
PUBLISHER: University of Chicago Press
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction

Aging Well by Jeanne Wei, Sue Levkoff
In this guide to maintaining longevity, a doctor describes the aging process and, from a holistic perspective, informs readers of tactics that may prevent diseases associated with aging. She also addresses readers' emotional health, promoting sex, social engagements, and other recreational activities.

AUTHOR: Jeanne Wei, Sue Levkoff
PUBLISHER: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction

The Adventures of Blue Avenger by John Beach, Norma Howe
David loves drawing comics--especially about his favorite created super-hero, the Blue Avenger. On his sixteenth birthday, he decides to become his creation and take on all of the world's ugly, awful problems. Will the Blue Avenger succeed in conquering all that is unjust?

AUTHOR: John Beach, Norma Howe
PUBLISHER: HarperCollins Children's Book Group
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction

Free Money for Graduate School by Laurie Blum
FREE MONEY FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL covers more than 1,000 sources of grants and scholarships to help readers acquire their advanced degrees.

AUTHOR: Laurie Blum
PUBLISHER: Facts on File Inc.
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction

The Story of Flight by Judith E. Rinard
Description not available.From the Wright brothers through the International Space Station, the people and their incredible events throughout the history of flight are presented in an illustrated book with historical photos, expanded captions, double-page spreads, and index. Simultaneous.

AUTHOR: Judith E. Rinard
PUBLISHER: Firefly Books, Limited
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction

Dangerous Waters by Patrick Dillon
On February 14, 1983, two state-of-the-art fishing boats were lost without a trace in the Bering Sea. Award-winning journalist Patrick Dillon delivers the story of this tragedy, the worst commercial fishing disaster in American history.

AUTHOR: Patrick Dillon
PUBLISHER: Simon & Schuster Trade Paperbacks
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Non-Fiction