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ABC Book: A Homoerotic Primer
“Written and illustrated by an award-winning artist, this delightfully naughty ABC book for adults is a celebration of gay male archetypes, from Jailbirds to Opera Singers, Hairdressers to Truckers.” — Masquerade
- GenresLGBT
55 pages, Hardcover
First published December 31, 1997
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Maurice Vellekoop
17 books26 followersMaurice Vellekoop is a Canadian artist, cartoonist, and illustrator. He is most known for his queer cartoons which often feature naked men. He has drawn pin-ups as well as multi-character comics. Vellekoop is also a fashion designer with his drawings and designs appearing in popular magazines across the United States.
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September 24, 2010
Naughty illustrations written with a deft and light touch - a hilarious parody of the "Little Golden Books" I used to read as a kid - who knew firemen, policemen and auto mechanics could get up to such mischief?
January 1, 2025
Delightfully cheeky, utterly fabulous!
Maurice Vellekoop’s ABC Book: A Homoerotic Primer is a glorious romp through gay male archetypes, with a charmingly tongue-in-cheek tone and dazzling illustrations that ooze style and wit. Each letter brings a new stereotype to life, from the suave sophistication of Opera Singers to the rugged allure of Truckers, all while celebrating the diversity and vibrancy of queer male culture.
The artwork is lush, playful, and brimming with personality—each page feels like an invitation to a delightful little inside joke. While the humor is cheeky, there's also a sense of affection and respect for the subcultures and identities being highlighted.
This book isn’t just a collection of naughty archetypes; it’s a celebration of queer joy, sexuality, and community. Perfect for flipping through with a glass of wine or sharing a laugh with friends, it’s a must-have for anyone with a sense of humor and a love for queer art.
Highly recommend for fans of camp, art, and a good dose of homoerotic mischief!
Maurice Vellekoop’s ABC Book: A Homoerotic Primer is a glorious romp through gay male archetypes, with a charmingly tongue-in-cheek tone and dazzling illustrations that ooze style and wit. Each letter brings a new stereotype to life, from the suave sophistication of Opera Singers to the rugged allure of Truckers, all while celebrating the diversity and vibrancy of queer male culture.
The artwork is lush, playful, and brimming with personality—each page feels like an invitation to a delightful little inside joke. While the humor is cheeky, there's also a sense of affection and respect for the subcultures and identities being highlighted.
This book isn’t just a collection of naughty archetypes; it’s a celebration of queer joy, sexuality, and community. Perfect for flipping through with a glass of wine or sharing a laugh with friends, it’s a must-have for anyone with a sense of humor and a love for queer art.
Highly recommend for fans of camp, art, and a good dose of homoerotic mischief!
October 30, 2012
Naughty and fun.
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews