Lesbian literature

Lesbian literature includes some works by lesbian authors, and some lesbian-themed works by heterosexual authors. Works by lesbian writers which do not deal with lesbian themes may still be considered lesbian literature. Works by heterosexual writers which treat lesbian themes only in passing (The Bostonians by Henry James, or works such as The Group), on the other hand, are not usually considered lesbian literature.

History

• Lesbianism in Germany: 1890's to 1920's. Lillian Faderman and Brigitte Eriksson.
• Passions Between Women: British Lesbian Culture 1668-1801. Emma Donoghue
• Odd Girls and Twilight Lovers: A History of Lesbian Life in Twentieth-Century America. Lillian Faderman