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Book Synopsis: Long before people identified as transgender or lesbian, there were female husbands and the women who loved them. Female husbands - people assigned female who transed gender, lived as men, and married women - were true queer pioneers. Moving deftly from the colonial era to just before the First World War, Jen Manion uncovers the riveting and very personal stories of ordinary people who lived as men despite tremendous risk, danger, violence, and threat of punishment. Female Husbands weaves the story of their lives in relation to broader social, economic, and political developments in the United States and the United Kingdom while also exploring how attitudes towards female husbands shifted in relation to transformations in gender politics and women's rights, ultimately leading to the demise of the category of 'female husband' in the early twentieth century. Groundbreaking and influential, Female Husbands offers a dynamic, varied, and complex history of the LGBTQ past.
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Discover the untold stories of female husbands and the remarkable women who loved them with the captivating book, Female Husbands. This groundbreaking work by Jen Manion takes you on a journey through history, from the colonial era to the brink of the First World War, unearthing the courageous tales of those who defied societal norms and lived as men.
With a keen eye for detail, Manion delves into the lives of these extraordinary individuals who faced immense risk, danger, violence, and the constant threat of punishment. Through their personal stories, Female Husbands sheds light on the immense challenges they confronted, highlighting their unwavering determination to live authentically.
Female Husbands not only explores the lives of these trailblazers but also places their experiences within the context of broader social, economic, and political developments in both the United States and the United Kingdom. Gain a deeper understanding of how attitudes towards female husbands evolved alongside significant transformations in gender politics and women's rights during this pivotal era.
This groundbreaking work offers a dynamic, varied, and complex history of the LGBTQ past, providing a unique perspective on the struggles and triumphs of those who paved the way for future generations. Immerse yourself in the riveting narratives that shaped the LGBTQ community and witness the incredible resilience and resilience of these fearless individuals.
If you're ready to embark on a remarkable journey through history and gain a fresh perspective on the LGBTQ experience, then don't miss out on Female Husbands. Purchase your copy today and join the ranks of those who have been inspired and enlightened by this influential work.
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