Description: Each volume of the Library in a Book series is carefully designed to be a complete first-stop resource for research on important issues and events, many of which strongly affect the United States. Clearly written and organized, the books give the researcher an objective overview of the subject and a wealth of information in a variety of formats, as well as an extensive section on additional sources -- from other books to videos to web sites.

Each book includes:
-- A historical survey of the topic
-- A chronology of significant events
-- Information on court cases and/or significant legislation
-- Concise biographies of important people
-- A glossary of terms, names, and acronyms
-- An annotated bibliography (approximately one-third of the book)
-- A list of relevant organizations
-- A detailed index.

One of the most astonishing social transformations of the past three decades has been the changes in public attitudes wrought by the gay rights movement in the United States. Homosexuality has gone from being a taboo subject that could barely be mentioned in public to a common topic of debate among politicians, voters, and the media.

Gay Rights offers a complete presentation of this complex and urgent issue, providing a general review of the historical background, the legal issues, the political events, and the profound cultural changes that for which gays and lesbians are fighting and in many cases have helped bring about in this country. It is an important reference resource for students, teachers, and librarians, as well as people working in the political and legal arenas.

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