The Boys of Fairy Town: Sodomites, Female Impersonators, Third-Sexers, Pansies, Queers, and Sex Morons in Chicago's First Century
by Jim Elledge
In The Boys of Fairy Town, Jim Elledge chronicles the lives and spaces of Chicago's queer underbelly during its first century. From sodomites and female impersonators to third-sexers, pansies, queers, and sex morons, this history illuminates the diverse identities that thrived in the city's shadows, offering a vivid portrait of resilience and community amid evolving social attitudes.
About This Book
The Boys of Fairy Town delves into the vibrant and often overlooked subcultures of Chicago's early queer scene, spanning the city's inaugural century.
It examines the diverse identities and social spaces occupied by sodomites, female impersonators, third-sexers, pansies, queers, and sex morons, revealing their contributions to urban life.
Through historical accounts, the book highlights how these groups navigated societal norms and built communities in the heart of the Midwest.
Author Jim Elledge provides a comprehensive look at the evolution of these identities within Chicago's cultural landscape.
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