Early Reporting on Trans and Lesbians: Women Confidential by Lee Mortimer, 1960,

Lee Mortimer

First Edition

[LGBTQ] Mortimer, Lee. Women Confidential. New York: Julian Messner Inc, 1960. First Edition, Third Printing Hardcover with Dust Jacket. 317 pages. Measures 6" x 8.5". Report that focuses on the women from America and around the world and their behaviors. Cover is a vibrant blue with a shadow of a woman on the left. Tagline reads: "The Mortimer Report on the devious and unpredictable behavior of the human female." Lee Mortimer (1904–1963) was an American newspaper columnist, radio commentator, night club show producer, who authored a series of books detailing crime in the United States, including New York Confidential, Washington Confidential, and this version, Women Confidential. He was married five times. Included are experiences with both transgender women and lesbian women, offering a rare glimpse at the culture. Featured in Grier for its portrayal of key lesbian characters. Cover is clean, with mylar protection. Textblock tight. Overall, in very good condition.

Item #20391

Price: $220.00