I can't claim I discovered these gay diaries - they're referenced briefly in another book, though only 1 of 45 (!) volumes was used. But they really are an unappreciated treasure trove! I have spent 100s of hours transcribing. Thrilling to see them as a (semi fictionalised) BBC radio series.
The diaries of gay linen merchant, David Strain, who chronicled his everyday life and loves in the 1920s and 30s, were discovered by my colleague Dr Tom Hulme in Belfast. They now form the basis of a new BBC radio drama. www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/...
The new drama series sheds light on the lives of gay people living in Belfast in the 1930s
Looking forward to this, thanks so much!
Wow!! Love this
Wow, extremely excited and looking forward to listening to this