The choice of language is explained by the authors, who dedicate the book to the queer youth of New Brunswick. The term “queer” seems a bit ill-fitting to describe the actions of individuals a century ago, when even the terms “homosexual” or “gay” were not part of the vernacular.

These photos provide the oldest known photographic records of a same-sex couple in New Brunswick, Canada. Len & Cub features Len’s photos of the duo between 19 and tells the story of a relationship in early 20th Century rural North America.