Description
Book Synopsis: Trans Kids is a trenchant ethnographic and interview-based study of the first generation of families affirming and facilitating gender nonconformity in children. Earlier generations of parents sent such children for psychiatric treatment aimed at a cure, but today, many parents agree to call their children new names, allow them to wear whatever clothing they choose, and approach the state to alter the gender designation on their passports and birth certificates. Drawing from sociology, philosophy, psychology, and sexuality studies, sociologist Tey Meadow depicts the intricate social processes that shape gender acquisition. Where once atypical gender expression was considered a failure of gender, now it is a form of gender. Engaging and rigorously argued, Trans Kids underscores the centrality of ever more particular configurations of gender in both our physical and psychological lives, and the increasing embeddedness of personal identities in social institutions.
Details
Are you looking for a groundbreaking book that explores the challenges and triumphs of transgender children and their families? Look no further than Trans Kids, a thought-provoking and timely study that dives deep into the lives of the first generation of families affirming and supporting gender nonconformity in their children. This ethnographic and interview-based investigation is a must-read for anyone seeking a greater understanding of this important social issue.
With Trans Kids, sociologist Tey Meadow takes you on a fascinating journey through the transformative experiences of these families. Gone are the days when parents sought psychiatric treatments aimed at changing their children's gender identity. Today, parents are embracing a more progressive approach by recognizing and honoring their children's gender expression. This book delves into the complex social processes that influence the acquisition of gender and highlights the evolving cultural perspectives on gender diversity.
Trans Kids draws insights from various academic disciplines such as sociology, philosophy, psychology, and sexuality studies. The author expertly weaves together these perspectives to shed light on the intrinsic relationship between our physical and psychological selves. By exploring the intricate connections between personal identities and social institutions, Meadow underscores the vital role that gender plays in shaping our lives.
Don't miss out on this compelling and rigorously argued book that pushes boundaries and challenges conventional notions of gender. Gain a deeper understanding of how society is evolving and how these changes are shaping the lives of transgender children and their families. Join the conversation and get your copy of Trans Kids today by clicking here!
Discover More Best Sellers in Anthropology
Shop Anthropology
$1.99


Embracing Defeat: Japan in the Wake of World War II
$1.88


On Looking: A Walker's Guide to the Art of Observation
$12.69


The Lion in the Living Room: How House Cats Tamed Us and Took Over the World
$10.00


The Hidden History of the Human Race (The Condensed Edition of Forbidden Archeology)
$14.99


White Women: Everything You Already Know About Your Own Racism and How to Do Better
$10.59


Written in Bone: Hidden Stories in What We Leave Behind
$15.19
