A Boy's Own Story Author:Edmund White Originally published in 1982 as the first of Edmund White's trilogy of autobiographical novels, A Boy'ÃÂÃÂs Own Story became an instant classic for its pioneering portrayal of homosexuality. The book's unnamed narrator, growing up during the 1950s, is beset by aloof parents, a cruel sister, an... more »d relentless mocking from his peers, compelling him to seek out works of art and literature as solace-- and to uncover new relationships in the struggle to embrace his own sexuality. Lyrical and poignant, with powerful evocations of shame and yearning, this is an American literary treasure.« less
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