Transgender Role Models and Pioneers |
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| Author:
| Penne, Barbra |
| Series title: | Transgender Life Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-5081-7186-7 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2016 |
| Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | Rosen Young Adult |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $36.13 |
Book Description:
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While transgender people have become more visible and gained a measure of acceptance from our cisnormative society in recent years, the need for trans role models to inspire young transgender people is still very real. This title profiles a host of accomplished transgender people who have made their names in a wide range of fields, including sports, politics, activism, entertainment, and the arts. It includes historical pioneers--such as Christine Jorgensen, Marsha P. Johnson, and...
More DescriptionWhile transgender people have become more visible and gained a measure of acceptance from our cisnormative society in recent years, the need for trans role models to inspire young transgender people is still very real. This title profiles a host of accomplished transgender people who have made their names in a wide range of fields, including sports, politics, activism, entertainment, and the arts. It includes historical pioneers--such as Christine Jorgensen, Marsha P. Johnson, and Sylvia Rivera--as well as present-day figures--such as Lana and Lilly Wachowski, Kye Allums, and Laverne Cox. A valuable resource for an underserved community.