Beyond Shame

Exploring the radical sexuality of gay American men in the 1970s, the book challenges the notion that this era was solely marked by excess leading to the AIDS crisis. It argues that the gay community's disconnection from this legacy has created an intergenerational gap, preventing the transmission of pride and identity to younger generations. The author posits that this disconnect contributes to the current rise in HIV, as younger men may be more inclined to engage in unsafe sexual practices due to a lack of historical context and understanding.