ory that they perceived to be important in the homosexual movement, and they did it using their own ideas and assumptions. The Faderman book may be easier for some to read and more enjoyable as it gives a more in-depth personal history and a more personal connection. The Epstein article might, on the other hand, be desired by others as it contains more facts laid out in a timeline. The two different styles, both appear to be very effective and allow the reader to obtain the necessary information.Epstein and Faderman's writings were both directed at teaching people of the struggles and triumphs of the homosexuality. They chose different tactics to enlighten their readers and they developed their papers in different ways, yet the effect was the same for both of them. The outcome was two articles that give backgrounds for lesbianism in the late 1800's and for "queers" in the last forty years, in a manner that works to preserve the great history of homosexuality. The two articles share similarities and at the same time have distinct differences, yet just like other homosexual writings they accomplish the task of preserving the history of homosexuality and the pioneers from other generations....
