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Transforming History

P. J. Maddox

Transforming History is a groundbreaking book that sheds light on a subject that has been largely overlooked and misrepresented in history - the accomplishments and contributions of transgender and gender non-conforming people throughout the ages. With an engaging and informative writing style, this book takes readers on a journey through time, highlighting the incredible stories of individuals who have defied societal norms and paved the way for future generations.

From ancient times to the present day, Transforming History explores the lives of notable transgender and gender non-conforming figures, such as James Barry, a 19th-century military surgeon who lived as a man and rose to the rank of inspector general; Christine Jorgensen, who in the 1950s became one of the first people in the United States to undergo gender reassignment surgery; and Lili Elbe, a Danish artist and one of the earliest known recipients of gender reassignment surgery.

Through these fascinating stories, readers will gain a greater understanding of the complexities of gender identity and the ways in which transgender and gender non-conforming people have shaped our history. Transforming History is an important and timely book that challenges readers to rethink what they know about gender and the role it has played in shaping our world.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publish Date: Apr 18th, 2023
  • Pages: 82
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.17in - 0.27lb
  • EAN: 9798391785835
  • Categories: General