Author : Tristan Skye
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 37,25 MB
Release : 2016-07-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1329976169
"This book is an intricate look inside the personal lives of almost 40 people located in countries spanning from the United States all the way to small dot on the map called Slovenia. This book is perfect for those who are new to the journey, for family and friends who want to learn more, or for anyone who loves reading about the fascinating journeys of others"--back cover.
Author : LeeRar Costa
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 39,75 MB
Release : 2013-01-11
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1136443754
Get a detailed look at the Thai sex/gender system—through analysis of the personal stories from transgendered youth in Thailand The Thai term sao braphet song (a “second type of woman”) describes males who reject the gender of masculinity for femininity. Male Bodies, Women’s Souls: Personal Narratives of Thailand’s Transgendered Youth uses the narrative method, stories in the words of these “second type of women” to analyze these transgendered experiences. This previously ignored perspective of the Thai sex/gender system gained through this theoretical and methodological approach offers students and general readers a rich, more readily accessible foundation of knowledge about gendered subjectivity and sex/gender systems. Male Bodies, Women’s Souls: Personal Narratives of Thailand’s Transgendered Youth features in-depth, autobiographical life histories from individual Thai transgendered youth. Life stories, told in the participants’ own words, provides an engaging, at times touching, always insightful look at Thai culture’s sex/gender system. The authors then expertly analyze the narratives to illuminate common themes and constructions within this group, allowing an opportunity for contrast and discussion on transgender experiences in other nations. Male Bodies, Women’s Souls: Personal Narratives of Thailand’s Transgendered Youth analyzes the major themes in the stories, including: identities definitions and descriptive labels etiologies of sao braphet song-ness the notion of acceptance narrator motivations for participating in the project Male Bodies, Women’s Souls: Personal Narratives of Thailand’s Transgendered Youth is illuminating, reflective reading for educators, undergraduate students, graduate students, researchers, or anyone interested in discovering more about transgenderism in a specific cultural context.
Author : Laurie Frankel
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 38,95 MB
Release : 2017-01-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1250088550
"This is Claude. He's five years old, the youngest of five brothers. He also loves peanut butter sandwiches. He also loves wearing a dress, and dreams of being a princess.When he grows up, Claude says, he wants to be a girl. Rosie and Penn want Claude to be whoever Claude wants to be. They're just not sure they're ready to share that with the world. Soon the entire family is keeping Claude's secret. Until one day it explodes."--
Author : Paria Hassouri
Publisher : New World Library
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 45,78 MB
Release : 2020-09-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1608687090
On Thanksgiving morning, Paria Hassouri finds herself furiously praying and negotiating with the universe as she irons a dress her fourteen-year-old, designated male at birth, has secretly purchased and wants to wear to dinner with the extended family. In this wonderfully frank, loving, and practical account of parenting a transgender teen, Paria chronicles what amounts to a dual transition: as her child transitions from male to female, she navigates through anger, denial, and grief to eventually arrive at acceptance. Despite her experience advising other parents in her work as a pediatrician, she was blindsided by her child’s gender identity. Paria is also forced to examine how she still carries insecurities from her past of growing up as an Iranian-American immigrant in a predominantly white neighborhood, and how her life experience is causing her to parent with fear instead of love. Paria discovers her capacity to evolve, as well as what it really means to parent and the deepest nature of unconditional love. This page-turning memoir relates a tender story of loving and parenting a teenager coming out as transgender and transitioning. It explores identity, self-discovery in adolescence and midlife, and difference in a world that values conformity. At its heart, Found in Transition is a universally inspiring portrait of what it means to be a family.
Author : Brian Belovitch
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 43,23 MB
Release : 2018-09-25
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1510729658
Imagine experiencing life not as the gender dictated by birth but as one of your own design. In Trans Figured, Brian Belovitch shares his true story of life as a gender outlier and his dramatic journey through the jungle of gender identity. Brian has the rare distinction of coming out three times: first as a queer teenager; second as a glamorous transgender woman named Tish, and later, Natalia Gervais; and finally as an HIV-positive gay man surviving the AIDS crisis in the 1980s. From growing up in a barely-working-class first-generation immigrant family in Fall River, Massachusetts, to spinning across the disco dance floor of Studio 54 in New York City . . . from falling into military lock-step as the Army wife of a domineering GI in Germany to having a brush with fame as Natalia, high-flying downtown darling of the boozy and druggy pre-Giuliani New York nightclub scene, Brian escaped many near-death experiences. Trans Figured chronicles a life lived on the edge with an unforgettable cast of characters during a dangerous and chaotic era. Rich with drama and excitement, this no-holds-barred memoir tells it all. Most importantly, Brian's candid and poignant story of recovery shines a light on the perseverance of the human spirit.
Author : Jo Ivester
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 31,28 MB
Release : 2020-04-21
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1631528874
Jeremy Ivester is a transgender man. Thirty years ago, his parents welcomed him into the world as what they thought was their daughter. As a child, he preferred the toys and games our society views as masculine. He kept his hair short and wore boys’ clothing. They called him a tomboy. That’s what he called himself. By high school, when he showed no interest in flirting, his parents thought he might be lesbian. At twenty, he wondered if he was asexual. At twenty-three, he surgically removed his breasts. A year later, he began taking the hormones that would lower his voice and give him a beard—and he announced his new name and pronouns. Never a Girl, Always a Boy is Jeremy’s journey from childhood through coming out as transgender and eventually emerging as an advocate for the transgender community. This is not only Jeremy’s story but also that of his family, told from multiple perspectives—those of the siblings who struggled to understand the brother they once saw as a sister, and of the parents who ultimately joined him in the battle against discrimination. This is a story of acceptance in a world not quite ready to accept.
Author : Philip Spencer Spencer Williams
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 29,10 MB
Release : 2024-07-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN :
True Story of Becoming Me: Navigating the Transgender Journey with Actual Steps and Personal Insights Guiding You with Care, Support, and Real-Life Experience Every Step of the Way Are you seeking a roadmap to navigate your transgender journey with confidence, clarity, and courage? True Story of Becoming Me offers you a deeply personal and practical guide to finding your true self. Written by Philip Spencer Williams, this book combines heartfelt storytelling with actionable steps, providing you with the tools and support you need to embrace your authentic identity. Discover the transformative power of self-acceptance and resilience: Personal Stories and Insights: Philip shares his intimate journey from self-discovery to living authentically, offering you a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration. Practical Guidance: Navigate the complexities of medical transition, from understanding hormone replacement therapy to preparing for gender-affirming surgeries, with clear, step-by-step advice. Emotional Support: Learn to advocate for yourself in healthcare, manage transition-related healthcare costs, and build a robust support system that fosters mental and emotional well-being. Community and Belonging: Embrace the social aspects of transitioning, from coming out to family and friends to redefining personal relationships and updating legal documents. Resilience and Coping Strategies: Equip yourself with the tools to manage setbacks, cope with side effects, and maintain hope throughout your journey. Why this book matters: True Story of Becoming Me is more than just a guide-it's a lifeline for anyone facing the challenges of gender dysphoria. Whether you're at the beginning of your journey or seeking support along the way, this book offers compassionate advice and real-life experience to help you thrive. Join Philip Spencer Williams on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and transformation. Embrace your true self and take the first step towards living authentically. Order your copy of True Story of Becoming Me today and begin your journey with the support and guidance you deserve.
Author : Dani Gabriel
Publisher : Penny Candy Books
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 18,7 MB
Release : 2019-09-10
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780999658437
Meet Sam, his annoying but amazing sister, and their parents on a family's journey through Sam's transition.
Author : Emma Preston
Publisher :
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 23,44 MB
Release : 2019-01-22
Category :
ISBN : 9781794619562
My name is Emma Jane Preston and I am 52 years old from Blackburn, Lancashire. I am not a transgender celebrity, transgender actress, model or socialite. I am just Emma, a shop keeper down the road in Burnley with two beautiful children. I am a person who happens to live and breathe with red blood. I decided to start writing a diary which soon turned into a couple of chapters. Over time this turned into 8 chapters and then sat doing nothing for a long time. Then one day I started writing again and in the space of 74 days I wrote around 63,000 words. Forewarned - I have had to proof read the book myself as I do not have the money to get it done professionally.Being Transgender is not a science or text book on the world of transgender. It is not a book on the medical process, nor is it a book about the brain and whether it is male or female. You will find no percentage rates of 'this or that'. There are no explanations of all the nuances of LGBTQIA+ or the terms under the umbrella of 'trans' OR 'transgender'.My book is about my journey; an ordinary person with an extraordinary story. Sometimes the book is funny - not in a belly laugh funny but in a comical way. Sometimes it is sad, to the point that I am pretty certain you will feel like crying. Sometimes it is thought provoking and sometimes I just ramble on about life in general.The book is pretty much a diary with the first half talking about my life living on the opposite side. The rest of the book talks about the last four years of my transition.Chapter 101 (purposely named) is a read in itself and shows you just how your moral compass can be tested & affected by your mind-set, others mind-set and all of the curve-balls that life throws at you.Diversity, equality and inclusion are the cornerstone of my values and I try to portray this throughout the book. I am a member of the LGBT community. I am proud of how the community comes together in times of need but I show another side too. This is a side that highlights the beauty of all-human nature; where complete strangers rise up to become fierce friends.I have met some wonderful people in my life but I have also met those that would do harm to me and others in the minority communities. I try so hard in life to judge no-one, though I will explain how I am judged every day of my life. There are people out there who seem unable to treat fellow humans with respect, care and (let's be honest) appropriately. I will talk about having to go to court and two individuals who were sentenced following such an incident. I will talk about running flat out of money and a suicide attempt.However it is not all bad. There have been some great times and I would not walk away from being transgender. However I would not wish it on anyone.You may be reading this and be in staunch opposition to the LGBT community and especially transgender people. That is fine. I would love you to buy my book, have an open mind to reading and understanding my journey. We all have journeys in life, mine is just one. Some of my good friends have breezed through with few (to no) issues, others struggle to even walk out their door. I am in the public eye in so much as I am a retail manager so I see hundreds to thousands of people a day.Imagine if you will, going to work knowing that you will be laughed at, talked about, insulted behind your back and in some cases, right to your face. Imagine knowing that each day you are going to feel the wrath of someone or their ridiculing of you simply because of who you are. I feel that anyone in the minority communities (whether race, religion, creed, sexuality, disability or gender) will know what I mean. I am highly visible on social media, especially Linkedin as well as 3 TV appearances on game shows so I do tend to put myself out there.If you decide to buy my book I thank you with all my heart.Please will you leave a review as soon as you canEmma
Author : Jennifer Finney Boylan
Publisher : Celadon Books
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,16 MB
Release : 2020-04-21
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1250261864
From bestselling author of She’s Not There, New York Times opinion columnist, and human rights activist Jennifer Finney Boylan, Good Boy: My Life in Seven Dogs, a memoir of the transformative power of loving dogs. This is a book about dogs: the love we have for them, and the way that love helps us understand the people we have been. It’s in the love of dogs, and my love for them, that I can best now take the measure of the child I once was, and the bottomless, unfathomable desires that once haunted me. There are times when it is hard for me to fully remember that love, which was once so fragile, and so fierce. Sometimes it seems to fade before me, like breath on a mirror. But I remember the dogs. In her New York Times opinion column, Jennifer Finney Boylan wrote about her relationship with her beloved dog Indigo, and her wise, funny, heartbreaking piece went viral. In Good Boy, Boylan explores what should be the simplest topic in the world, but never is: finding and giving love. Good Boy is a universal account of a remarkable story: showing how a young boy became a middle-aged woman—accompanied at seven crucial moments of growth and transformation by seven memorable dogs. “Everything I know about love,” she writes, “I learned from dogs.” Their love enables us to pull off what seem like impossible feats: to find our way home when we are lost, to live our lives with humor and courage, and above all, to best become our true selves.
