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by Ian Lumsden (Author)
Since the Cuban revolution in 1959, male homosexuality has been a controversial aspect of Cuban society. In this account of homosexual life, Ian Lumsden explores the treatment of male homosexuality under Castro within the framework of pre-revolution prejudices and preconceptions. This first-hand report links the cultural history and current erosion of traditional machismo, the correlation between traditional women's roles and the relationships between gay men, and homosexuality as defined by the law and as presented in typical sex education. From the international controversy over state-imposed sanatoriums for HIV/AIDS patients, to the underground gay social scene, to the issues affecting gay life and family ties, Lumsden sheds light on a little-known and misunderstood aspect of modern Cuban society.
Acknowledgments
Introduction
An Introduction to Contemporary Cuba
Machisrho and Homosexuality before the Revolution
Institutionalized Homophobia
Homosexuality and the Law
Homosexuality and Sexual Education in the 198os
The Erosion of Traditional Machismo
Gay Life in Havana Today
The Impact of AIDS
An Imperfect Revolution in an Imperfect World
APPENDIX A
Cuban Sexual Values and African Religious Beliefs, by Tomas Fernandez Robaina
APPENDIX B
El Pecado Original, by Pablo Milanes
APPENDIX C
Manifesto of the Gay and Lesbian Association of Cuba
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