The Gay Rebellion

"The Gay Rebellion" by Robert W. Chambers is a story set in a world where women's roles have dramatically changed, leading to confusion and upheaval in traditional society. The story kicks off by showing how young men are trying to make sense of these shifts, especially as marriage becomes less common and social life changes. The main story follows editor Augustus Melnor and his nephews as they investigate the strange disappearances of wealthy young men who have ties to the mysterious "New Race University", which is trying to create the future generation. Full of social commentary delivered with a dose of humor, the novel takes on themes of gender roles, the meaning of love, and the wild results of extreme beliefs about women's rights.