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Who's Who In Gay And Lesbian History: From Antiquity To The Mid-twentieth Century Is A Comprehensive And Fascinating Survey Of The Key Figures In Gay And Lesbian History From Classical Times To The Mid-twentieth Century. Among Those Included Are: * Classical Heroes - Achilles; Aeneas; Ganymede * Literary Giants - Sappho; Christopher Marlowe; Arthur Rimbaud; Oscar Wilde * Royalty And Politicians - Edward Ii; King James I; Horace Walpole; Michel De Montaigne. Over The Course Of Some 500 Entries, Expert Contributors Provide A Complete And Vivid Picture Of Gay And Lesbian Life In The Western World Throughout The Ages.