Gleeson, Jules Joanne
Transgender Marxism
- ISBN 13:
- 9780745341668
- author:
- Gleeson, Jules Joanne
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Pluto Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 21.5 x 13.5 centimetres (0.25 kg
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Gender Studies,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Transgender Marxism is a groundbreaking collection of essays that explores the intersection of transgender studies and Marxist theory. This provocative union delves into the experiences of surviving as transgender under capitalism, examining the pressures, oppression, and state persecution faced by trans people in capitalist societies.
The book sheds light on the tenuous positions of trans individuals in the workplace and home, offering a powerful response to right-wing scaremongering against "gender ideology". Through a range of chapters, including explorations of trans work, gender transitions, and queer Marxist transfeminism, this collection reveals the structure of antagonisms faced by gender non-conforming people within society.
Reflecting on the relations between gender and labor, Transgender Marxism provides a nuanced understanding of the complex issues surrounding trans identity and its relationship to capitalism. This book is a vital contribution to ongoing conversations about social justice and human rights.
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