First published in 1928 and swiftly banned for its queer content, The Well of Loneliness follows Stephen Gordon, a woman born into privilege who comes to understand herself as an "invert"—an early 20th-century term for lesbian. From her isolated childhood to her struggles for love and acceptance, Stephen’s journey is marked by heartbreak, alienation, and the fight for dignity in a world that refuses to see her truth. Radclyffe Hall’s groundbreaking novel remains a landmark in LGBTQ+ literature, offering a solemn and courageous portrait of queer identity in the face of deep societal rejection.
~ Included for its historic significance and pioneering depiction of lesbian identity and gender nonconformity. A somber classic that gave voice to generations of queer readers searching for reflection. ~
