Sisters, August 1972, Vol. 3, No. 8

Daughters of Bilitis.

Issue of 'Sisters,' a monthly magazine by and for gay women, published by the San Francisco Chapter of the Daughters of Bilitis. This August 1972 issue features articles on the formation of a support group for younger lesbians, bar culture, book reviews including 'Lesbian/Woman' by Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon, poetry, organization news, and commentary on lesbian visibility. The magazine includes illustrations, event listings, and resources for the lesbian community. The cover features stylized artwork of women by JUDI. Content addresses social, cultural, and political issues relevant to lesbians in early 1970s San Francisco.

Title

Sisters, August 1972, Vol. 3, No. 8

Creator

Daughters of Bilitis.

Published

1972-08

Full Collection Name

Sisters

Project Name

San Francisco Bay Area gay and lesbian serial collection

Subject (Topic)

Lesbian community
Lesbian culture
Lesbian youth
Lesbian bars
Book reviews
Poetry

Keyword

Lesbian community ; San Francisco ; Daughters of Bilitis ; LGBTQ organizations ; Lesbian literature ; Younger lesbians ; Lesbian visibility ; Bar culture ; Book reviews ; Poetry ; Women's movement ; Social support

Type

Text

Extent

1 online resource (v. : ill.)

Archive

The Library

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