The book is a family memoir that explores the lives of three generations of the Godges family and their experiences of the major events of 20th-century American history. The book begins with Godges' grandfather, a Lithuanian immigrant who comes to America in the early 1900s and settles in Detroit. It then follows the lives of Godges' parents, who grow up during the Depression and come of age during the turbulent 1960s. The book also delves into Godges' own life, including his experiences as a gay man in America and his advocacy for LGBT rights. Through the lens of one family's story, "Oh, Beautiful" offers a rich and multifaceted portrait of American history and culture, and explores the themes of family, identity, and belonging. With its engaging and insightful prose, "Oh, Beautiful" is considered a valuable contribution to the literature of family memoir and American history.
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