Queer Judson by Joseph C. Lincoln

Name: Queer Judson
Author: Joseph C. Lincoln

The novel follows the life of Judson, a young man from a small town in Massachusetts. Judson is a bit of an oddball, and he is often teased and ridiculed by his peers. He is also a bit of a dreamer, and he dreams of a better life for himself. When Judson's father dies, he is left with no money and no prospects. He decides to take a job as a farmhand on a nearby farm. He quickly discovers that the farm is owned by a wealthy family, and he is soon taken under their wing. Judson is soon accepted into the family, and he begins to learn the ways of the wealthy. He also meets a young woman, and the two quickly fall in love. However, Judson's past catches up with him, and he is forced to confront his own identity. The novel follows Judson as he struggles to find his place in the world, and to accept himself for who he is. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about life, love, and identity.

By Joseph C. Lincoln · First published 1925 · Genre: Historical Fiction, LGBTQ+ Fiction, Romance · 18 chapters · 126,537 words

First lines

Carey Judson swung about on the high stool behind the tall, ink-spattered cherry desk and hitched up one long leg until the heel of the shoe upon the foot attached to the leg was hooked over the upper round of the stool. Then, resting the elbow of a long right arm upon the upraised knee, he lifted a hand--long and thin like the rest of him--drew down a lock of hair until it reached the bridge of his nose, twisted the end of the lock between his thumb and finger, and gazed drearily out of the office window.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Joseph C. Lincoln
Date: 1925 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, LGBTQ+ Fiction, Romance, Realistic Fiction
Length: 126,537 words
Structure: 18 chapters, 4,248 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of Judson, a young man living in a small New England town.
LGBTQ+ Fiction — The book explores themes of gender identity and sexuality, as Judson struggles to come to terms with his own identity.
Romance — The book follows Judson's romantic relationships with both men and women, as he navigates his own feelings and the expectations of society.
Realistic Fiction — The book is set in a realistic world and follows Judson's struggles to find his place in it.