Paul Goodman, One of the Most Famous LGBT Poets In History

Poetry brings love to life and these incredible poets immortalized their love in their writings. Though many were afraid of persecution and hid their sexual orientation, others boldly came out in a time when homosexuality was completely condemned. Here we take a look at 10 of the greatest gay or bisexual figures in classic literature.

Paul Goodman

Paul Goodman was born in 1911, and though he was a poet, novelist, and playwright, he is best known for his work as a social critic and psychotherapist. He was very open about his romantic and sexual interactions with both men and women, and declared that it was society that should be condemned for making people feel like they have to hide their sexuality or be ashamed for who they are. His essay, Being Queer, greatly encouraged the start of the gay liberation movement in the 1970s.
 

Source: http://www.bidnessetc.com/entertainment/poetry-knows-sexual-preference-10-famous-lgbt-poets-history/