Marry Me a Little A Graphic Memoir
Marry Me a Little A Graphic Memoir by Robert Kirby, published by Graphic Mundi in 2023, is a poignant exploration of the author’s journey to marry his longtime partner, John, shortly after the legalization of same-sex marriage in Minnesota. This graphic memoir captures Rob’s complex feelings about marriage, set against the evolving landscape of LGBTQ+ rights and societal attitudes. With a blend of humor and candor, Kirby shares the personal and political dimensions of their relationship, offering insights into their wedding planning and celebration.
Readers will find a rich narrative that intertwines personal anecdotes with historical context, reflecting on the significance of marriage equality during a pivotal time. The memoir delves into themes of family, relationships, and the ongoing challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community. With 101 pages of engaging illustrations, this edition presents a unique perspective on love and commitment, highlighting both the joys and uncertainties that accompany such a significant life event.
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In Marry Me a Little, Rob Kirby recounts his experience of marrying his longtime partner, John, just after same-sex marriage was legalized in Minnesota in 2013, and two years before the Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges made same-sex marriage the law of the land. This is a personal story–about Rob’s ambivalence (if not antipathy) toward the institution of marriage, his loving relationship with John, and the life that they share together–set against the historical and political backdrop of shifting attitudes toward LGBTQ+ rights and marriage. With humor, candor, and a near-whimsical drawing style, Rob relates how he and John navigated this changing landscape, how they planned and celebrated their wedding, and how the LGBTQ+ community is now facing the very real possibility of setbacks to marriage equality.
Heartwarming, honest, and slyly humorous, Marry Me a Little is a wonderfully illustrated celebration of a romantic partnership between two men and a personal account of a momentous and historic moment in the fight for gay rights.
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