Gay-2-zee: The Visualized Guide to Gay Words, Slang, Phrases, People, Places, and Things - Hardcover

Reuter, Donald F.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0312354274 ISBN 13: 9780312354275

Publisher: Saint Martin's Griffin,U.S., 2006

Synopsis

An illustrated reference on gay words, phrases, and slang provides an overview of the gay dialect in twenty-six alphabetical sections featuring entries that encompass definitions, provenance, and social connotations. Original. 15,000 first printing.

About this title

Synopsis:

A gift of the gab - this is a guide to gay vernacular. It is a lavishly illustrated exploration of the gay dialect in 26 alphabetical sections. For any reader who has ever wanted to know the origins of the gay meaning of the word "pansy", the slang term "Twink(ie)" or the phrase "Mary, don't ask" - "Gay 2 Zee" is the absolute go-to guide (don't think this would be called anything as dull as a dictionary) for all things said from a queer perspective. Lavishly illustrated in duotone throughout, "Gay 2 Zee" explores the gay alphabet in 26 alphabetical sections with entries that include definitions, provenance and most usage (which section of the gay community is most likely to use the term). The examples include: Cinderella: one who does not keep the usual late-night "gay" hours. Don't bother asking Cinderella to join. He needs to be home, in his bunny slippers, by midnight; and, Dash: a small amount; one who shows apparent signs of gayness. I'd say, he's more like a dollop than a dash in that outrageous chartreuse top.

"Gay 2 Zee" makes a compelling case that language, especially a vernacular born out of secret, coded communication, can tell a provocative and enlightening tale of turmoil, compassion and fortitude - of the history of homosexuality - all done with plenty of laughs.

About the Author:

Donald F. Reuter has served as creative/art director, designer, illustrator and author on a number of highly praised books including two New York Times bestsellers, Making Faces and Face Forward, both with the late makep artist Kevin Aucoin. He has also written, edited and designed the books Heartthrob, Shirtless and Gaydar. He lives in New York, NY.

About this edition

• Publisher: Saint Martin's Griffin,U.S.
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0312354274
• ISBN 13: 9780312354275
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 256