A queer history of the United States for young people

Introduction: Before we start, or, What is normal?

America: new beginnings, new identities: 1500-1860

American freedom begins to bloom: change and the Civil War, 1860-1875

New Americans: boldly challenging society: 1875

1900

A new century of freedom: radical visions, revolutionary actions: 1900-1960

Revolutionary changes: the seeds of protest begin to bloom: 1960-1977

Backlash: years of struggle and resistance: 1977-1990

Moving closer to liberation: the future is in sight: 1900-present.