A social and psychological account of gender transition; the diary of a transsexual academic.9780773450448 A social and psychological account of gender transition; the diary of a transsexual trans·sex·u·al n. A person who strongly identifies with the opposite gender and who chooses to live as a member of the opposite gender or to become one by surgery. adj. 1. Of or relating to such a person. 2. academic. Teague, Gypsey Elaine. Edwin Mellen Pr. 2008 234 pages $109.95 Hardcover HQ77 In this series of journal entries, bridged by narratives, Teague explains the emotions behind her decision to become a woman, the responses of those around her (ranging from complete indifference Indifference Antoinette, Marie (1755–1793) queen of France to whom is attributed this statement on the solution to bread famine: “Let them eat cake.” [Fr. Hist. to a mental competency mental competency n. (See: competent) hearing) and the physical and mental processes necessary to make the most significant change in her life. The journal entries are heartfelt heart·felt adj. Deeply or sincerely felt; earnest. heartfelt Adjective sincerely and strongly felt: heartfelt thanks Adj. 1. , humorous, and honest and the narratives provide a strong context. Teague is unique in that she has a very public job as an academic and therefore a very public transition. She is also clear that she was led by deeply-held convictions. ([c]20082005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR) |
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