The Journalist of Castro StreetAs the acclaimed author of And the Band Played On, Randy Shilts became the country's most recognized voice on the HIV AIDS epidemic. His success emerged from a relentless work ethic and strong belief in the power of journalism to help mainstream society understand not just the rising tide of HIV AIDS but gay culture and liberation. In depth and dramatic, Andrew E. Stoner's biography follows the remarkable life of the brash, pioneering journalist.