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Written by lesbians of different ages, races and religions\u2014and compiled by one of the gay movement\u2019s best-known writers and activists\u2014these original essays give vibrant voice to the diversity of the lesbian experience. Celebrating the many ways in which the lesbian experience is unique from all others, many of these pieces focus on specific lesbian concerns such as sexual practices, raising children and higher incidence of certain illnesses. Beyond pointing out these differences, the essays also provide a comprehensive view of the many phases of lesbian life by covering diverse topics like body piercing, coming out and work. Short narratives\u2014\u201cTo Mother or Not to Mother,\u201d \u201cConfessions of a Lesbian Vampire,\u201d \u201cAbout Being an Old Lesbian in Love,\u201d and more\u2014complement and enrich the main essays, adding a unique personal tone to the collection. A mix of the serious and the irreverent, Dyke Life is an important contribution to gay and lesbian literature.<\/p>\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> LGBT Studies\/Social Sciences<\/a><\/p>\n\n

Subjects:<\/strong> Lesbian couples<\/a>; Lesbianism<\/a>; Lesbians<\/a>; Lesbians - Identity<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Written by lesbians of different ages, races and religions\u2014and compiled by one of the gay movement\u2019s best-known writers and activists\u2014these original essays give vibrant voice to the diversity of the lesbian experience. 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