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LGBT resources in libraries
Gay & lesbian collection
The 'Gay and Lesbian Collection' is based in the Central Lending Library but other LGBT interest titles are available across libraries.
The collection includes relaxing reads and books to challenge:
- modern classic fiction
- biographies
- commentary and stories of activism
- health and wellbeing
- graphic novels
Read Attitude Magazine and the Gay Times; part of the eMagazine collection.
Archives & Local Studies Resources
Edward Carpenter archive collection
Edward Carpenter (1844 to 1929) was a campaigner for homosexual equality during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Research guide
Contains information about LGBT history in Sheffield.