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Though published over 10 years ago, Like People In History is one of my favorite books by Felice Picano; I've read the book three times now during that time. The friendship, deep bond and admiration Roger and Alistair have for each other friendship is palbable. I'm sure many boys will be reminded of similar friends they grew up with, some harboring secret crushes. At times funny, sexy, tragic and sad, Like People In History is a must-read for any gay man and those looking for a story that define
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May 27, 2017
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This is a memoir starting with main characters Rog and Alastair, cousins, as preteens in the 50s, through the craziness of the '60s—Viet Nam, even Woodstock, then the wide-open sexuality and liberation of the 70's and the loses and fear from the AIDS crises of the 80's. and early 90's. If you lived through these years, as I did, you will likely be moved by the memories. I wonder what happened to Roger (and Wally) beyond the tellings of the novel.
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