Faye, Shon
The Transgender Issue: An Argument for Justice
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141991801
- author:
- Faye, Shon
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 3 centimeters (0.3
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Gender Studies,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Transgender Issue: An Argument for Justice by Shon Faye is a powerful and comprehensive analysis of trans lives in a transphobic society. Faye reclaims the concept of the 'transgender issue' to uncover the reality of what it means to be trans, providing a compelling exploration of trans lives from youth to old age, and beyond. In this landmark work, Faye offers a wide-ranging analysis of trans experiences, examining issues such as work, family, housing, healthcare, the prison system, and trans participation in the LGBTQ+ and feminist communities. She argues that trans liberation is essential for creating a more just, free, and joyful world for all. Faye's book is not a culture-war debate, but a call for justice and solidarity between marginalized people and minorities. It is a manifesto for change, one that signals the beginning of a new and healthier conversation about trans life.