Global historical analysis reveals diverse trans experiences across cultures and eras
Challenges mainstream narratives by highlighting gender nonconforming individuals and practices
Includes case studies from antiquity to contemporary issues for a comprehensive perspective
Cultural criticism and sharp analysis provide new insights for understanding trans history
Hardcover format ensures durability for frequent reference and study
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Before We Were Trans
A New History of Gender
Kit Heyam Seal Press, 2022 ISBN 9781541603080
Hardcover, 352 pp. 6.3 X 9.3 X 1.4 inches | 1.2 pounds
A groundbreaking global history of gender nonconformity
Today's narratives about trans people tend to feature individuals with stable gender identities that fit neatly into the categories of male