Speak Now
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2005
400
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2010s
2005
Adult
18+ years
Speak Now: Marriage Equality on Trial by Kenji Yoshino combines scholarly analysis and personal memoir to discuss the landmark case of Hollingsworth v. Perry, where a federal judge overturned California’s ban on same-sex marriage. Yoshino argues that the case provided the most rigorous and comprehensive discussion on same-sex marriage in the U.S., emphasizing rigorous court procedures and the subsequent transformation in his personal life, highlighting the significant impact of legal decisions on LGBTQ rights.
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Kenji Yoshino's Speak Now has been praised for its compelling narrative and profound analysis of marriage equality and civil rights. Critics laud its blend of memoir and legal exploration. Some readers, however, found its legal jargon challenging. Overall, it's recognized as an insightful and heartfelt read on a pivotal social issue. MLA Speak Now explores the intersection of personal experience and legal advocacy with both eloquence and rigor.
Readers who appreciate Speak Now by Kenji Yoshino are typically those who are interested in civil rights, legal analysis, and LGBTQ+ issues. Comparable to fans of Making Gay History by Eric Marcus and Love Wins by Debbie Cenziper and Jim Obergefell, they value personal narratives intertwined with social justice.
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400
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2010s
2005
Adult
18+ years
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