LGBTQ+ bookstores : past, present, and future, 2018
Scope and Content Note
The series contains Master's theses from 1943 to present. The theses consist of either a production book and a media component or solely a production book. The production books were originally submitted as physical bound copies, but were later submitted digitally. The physical production books are stored offsite and the digital production books are stored in the College's preservation repository.
The media components consist of U-matic tapes, VHS tapes, CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays and changed to digital submissions in 2020. There are also a handful of audiocassette tapes and one USB. The media components are stored onsite at the Archives.
Dates
- 2018
Creator
- Nisbet, Stephanie (Author, Person)
Conditions Governing Use
The thesis is restricted due to FERPA, permission from the author is required before you can view the thesis.
Extent
88 pages (88 pages)
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"LGBTQ+ bookstores have provided an essential component of LGBTQ+ culture and history, serving not only as places to buy books, but also as cultural hubs and areas of discoverability, acceptance, and community. There were an estimated seventy-five to 100 LGBTQ+ bookstores in the United States at their peak in the 1990s, but there remain only six today. These bookstores have closed largely due to financial struggles, caused by high rent prices, the most recent economic recession, and competition from Amazon. However, LGBTQ+ bookstores are still as important as ever in terms of representation, promotion of LGBTQ+ authors and content, and a sense of belonging for the community as a whole. This thesis explores the history of LGBTQ+ bookstores, their impact on the community, sustainable business models, and their continued relevance in 2018." --Abstract.
Physical Location
RG 010.01B Writing, Literature & Publishing
Physical Description
88 pages
General
Production Book Call Number: [ELECTRONIC THESIS] Z471 .N57 2018
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
Walker Building, Room 223
120 Boylston Street
Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States
(617) 824-8301
archives@emerson.edu