Souhami, Diana - No Modernism Without Lesbians

Title: No Modernism Without Lesbians Author: Diana Souhami Genre: History, Biography, LGBTQIA+ Pages: 464 Publisher: Head of Zeus Release Date: 2021

Synopsis: This fascinating book explores the lives of four extraordinary women - Sylvia Beach, Bryher, Natalie Barney, and Gertrude Stein - who were at the heart of the modernist movement in Paris between the wars. It reveals how their love for each other and their shared passion for art, literature, and radical ideas shaped the cultural landscape of the 20th century.

LGBT Themes:

• Lesbian Relationships: The book delves into the complex and passionate relationships between these four women, highlighting the importance of queer communities in shaping cultural and artistic movements.
• Gender Non-Conformity: It explores the ways in which these women challenged traditional gender roles and embraced unconventional lifestyles.

Relevant Tags: History, Biography, LGBTQIA+, Lesbian, Feminism, Modernism, Paris, Art, Literature, Gender, Sexuality

Awards & Recognition:

• Sunday Times Book of the Year
• Polari Prize