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Presents a narrative analysis of heterosexuality in New York, between the period of 1931-1941. Origins of sexual binary in the American culture; Primary reason for the construction of sexual identities in American culture; Why homosexual activists were disappointed at the publication of the `Sex Variants' monograph.

Examines homosexuality in the U.S. in the 1930s. Distinction between masculine and feminine roles; Gross-gender identification; Gender deviation.

Focuses on psychology and gender shift at the turn of the 20th century in the United States. Status of employed adult women between 1880 and 1900; Characteristics of the new woman; Perception of the new man; Ways in which androcentric bias are reflected.