The Ladder, May-June 1968, Volume XII, Number VII

Daughters of Bilitis.

Eighteen-page issue of 'The Ladder,' published in May-June 1968 by the Daughters of Bilitis, Inc. This periodical features essays, poetry, book reviews, and organizational news reflecting lesbian life and culture in 1960s America. Contents include the editorial 'Make It Last, Baby' by Zee Paulsen, 'Three Letters to a Poet' by Jane Rule, an annual review of lesbian literature by Gene Damon, poetry by Maura McCullough, and articles on legal reform and community events. The magazine documents social challenges, relationship advice, literary trends, and activism, with a focus on promoting lesbian visibility, education, and integration into society. Includes listings of books, organizational announcements, and details of the Daughters of Bilitis' activities and conventions. The publication is primarily black and white, printed on newsprint, and includes a photographic cover.

Title

The Ladder, May-June 1968, Volume XII, Number VII

Creator

Daughters of Bilitis.

Published

1968-05/06

Full Collection Name

The Ladder

Project Name

San Francisco Bay Area gay and lesbian serial collection

Subject (Topic)

Lesbians
Lesbian culture
Lesbianism in literature
Book reviews
Poetry
LGBT activism
Law reform

Keyword

Lesbian literature ; LGBTQ activism ; Daughters of Bilitis ; Homosexual law reform ; Lesbian relationships ; Book reviews ; Poetry ; Community events ; Women's organizations ; Social integration

Geographic Coverage

United States -- California -- San Francisco.

Type

Text

Extent

1 online resource (16 v. : ill.)

Archive

The Library

Usage Statement

Researchers may make free and open use of the UC Berkeley Library’s digitized public domain materials. However, some materials in our online collections may be protected by U.S. copyright law (Title 17, U.S.C.). Use or reproduction of materials protected by copyright beyond that allowed by fair use (Title 17, U.S.C. § 107) requires permission from the copyright owners. The use or reproduction of some materials may also be restricted by terms of University of California gift or purchase agreements, privacy and publicity rights, or trademark law. Responsibility for determining rights status and permissibility of any use or reproduction rests exclusively with the researcher. To learn more or make inquiries, please see our permissions policies (https://www.lib.berkeley.edu/about/permissions-policies).

Linked Resources

View library catalog record.

Collection

The Ladder

Source of Description

Record metadata augmented by JSTOR Seeklight AI, August 2026