TY - BOOK ID - 149863776 TI - Affliction : Growing up with a Closeted Gay Dad. PY - 2021 SN - 9781647421250 164742125X PB - New York : She Writes Press, DB - UniCat KW - Children of gay parents KW - Closeted gay people UR - https://www.unicat.be/uniCat?func=search&query=sysid:149863776 AB - Laura Hall's memoir 'Affliction: Growing Up with a Closeted Gay Dad' offers a touching and insightful exploration of family dynamics in the context of a closeted gay father's life in pre-Stonewall America. Through her personal narrative, Hall reveals the complexities and silent struggles faced by gay parents and their children during this era. The book provides a unique perspective on LGBTQ history, often overlooked, by giving voice to the children of gay parents. Hall's honest and compassionate storytelling sheds light on themes of identity, family bonds, and societal expectations. Aimed at readers interested in family memoirs and LGBTQ history, the book serves as both a personal and historical account, highlighting the nuances of growing up in a family marked by hidden truths. ER -