Gay Agenda: A Modern Queer History & Handbook Hardcover Book
A joyful, illustrated love letter to queer history and culture.
How it feels
- Educational depth
- Accessibility
- Inclusivity range
- Visual richness
- Cover discretion
- Practical takeaway
What it does
FAQs / Q&A
What topics does The Gay Agenda cover?
This hardcover handbook spans LGBTQ+ history, culture, and iconography, from Stonewall and the Pink Triangle to icons like Laverne Cox and David Bowie, with 100 full-color illustrations throughout.
Who wrote and illustrated The Gay Agenda?
Ashley Molesso and Chessie Needham, the queer couple behind the stationery brand Ash + Chess, compiled and illustrated this 176-page hardcover together.
Is this book a good fit for someone new to LGBTQ+ history?
Yes. It's built as a helpful introduction for newcomers, a nostalgic look back for older generations, and a reference archive for younger readers, with acronym definitions and icon profiles that make it easy to start anywhere.
Does The Gay Agenda make a good gift?
It reads as a keepsake, a natural gift for Pride season, a graduation, or anyone building their LGBTQ+ history shelf. The hardcover format holds up well to repeat handling.
How should I store this hardcover to keep it looking new?
Keep it upright or flat on a shelf, away from direct sunlight so the cover doesn't fade. A soft, dry cloth wipes away shelf dust without disturbing the full-color illustrations inside.
Care Instructions
- Store flat or upright away from direct sunlight to protect the cover.
- Keep pages dry, this hardcover isn't waterproof.
- Dust the cover with a soft, dry cloth to keep it shelf-ready.
In the box
- 1x hardcover book, 176 pages
Specs
- Format: Hardcover
- Pages: 176
- Authors: Ashley Molesso and Chessie Needham
- Illustrations: 100 full-color illustrations
- Subject: LGBTQ+ history, culture, and trivia
- Publisher: Harper Collins
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