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"I would strongly recommend this book as a primer for anyone interested in this topic." (Archives of Sexual Behavior, 35:2)
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"I would strongly recommend this book as a primer for anyone interested in this topic." (Archives of Sexual Behavior, 35:2)
"It might help anyone else faced with this rather difficult situation." (Saga, April 2009)
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What would you do if your daughter came to visit one day and confided her deepest, darkest secret: "All my life, I've felt like I was a boy instead of a girl." Read the first page
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What would you do if your daughter came to visit one day and confided her deepest, darkest secret: "All my life, I've felt like I was a boy instead of a girl." Read the first page
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Unfortunately this book is not helped by an overpowering bias towards the USA. Looking at previous reviews only enforces this fact. So anyone looking for information on how to deal with Gender Dysphoria outside the States is likely to be disappointed. I read this early in my own transition and found it to be of very little help. However I am based in the UK, I can appreciate that American Transsexuals may get much more from this book.
Also the middle of the road approach that we are all happy little things, if only we can be treated is misleading. The lack of exploration of sexuality as a distinct and seperate issue is a particular failing. Like the rest of humanity, Transsexuals are an example in diversity, no two are the same. Like a previous reviewer I am not a victim and would prefer not to be shown as such.
This book needs to be handled with care, it does not hold all the answers despite the impression you may receive from the previous reviews. However it is certainly worth looking at.
Also the middle of the road approach that we are all happy little things, if only we can be treated is misleading. The lack of exploration of sexuality as a distinct and seperate issue is a particular failing. Like the rest of humanity, Transsexuals are an example in diversity, no two are the same. Like a previous reviewer I am not a victim and would prefer not to be shown as such.
This book needs to be handled with care, it does not hold all the answers despite the impression you may receive from the previous reviews. However it is certainly worth looking at.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book was bought for my mother, but after reading it, I decided it wouldn't help her.
Aside from the books heavy focus on male to female transsexuals, it only appeared to pay lip service to those of us who are gay, bisexual, or queer identifed. As for trans people who still identify as trans, in-between, a-gendered, "other" etc, well, according to the author we appear not to exist at all.
I found the tone of the book somewhat patronising as well, with an element of apology on our behalf from the author. She also seemed to portay us as victims, to a degree. Well I for one am not a victim of my transgenderism, and I do not wish to be portayed as some kind of tragic figure. I don't feel it does anyone any good in the long term.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I've read a number of books describing transsexualism, hoping to find the right one to give to people as I tell them about my own transition. When I read this one, I knew this was it, and I told my parents about myself within the week. They have since told me that this book was essential to their understanding of my condition. I believe the authors have provided an invaluable resource for anyone whose life is touched by knowing a transsexual person.
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Trans-accessible
Very accessible writing. really tackles a subject that can be difficult to broach. Has become an important read for professionals in health care that may have Trans clients. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Randy Wornhole
Answers the questions and helps you to offer support
Having recently found out someone I know is transexual, this book answered many of my questions, and explained to me the emotional and psychological difficulties that Transexuals... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Simon Hembra
A must for anyone trying to understand how it feels to be born into...
This is a wonderful, informative resource - the best of its kind on the market at the moment, imho. It should be read by medical professionals, particularly those working with... Read more
Published on 25 Feb 2008 by JoolsP
read this and find some answers
A good read and worthy of having on the book shelf for later re-reading. This book is designed mainly for the family of a transsexual, or at least for those who know, love or care... Read more
Published on 19 Jun 2004
At last, someone who understands
My god, someone understands. As a transexual myself I was wary when starting this book. I needn't have worried. I couldn't put it down. It's my life story. Read more
Published on 13 Nov 2001 by MikeWheeler
Just another raving review for a book you need to read...
This book reiterated to me my life story. I am a young transsexual, and this book brought me out of the hell of depression and showed me that there was meaning and light in my... Read more
Published on 30 July 1999
Outstanding book in trying to understand transsexualism
I found this book to be very open and helpful for people trying to understand transsexualism. Whether you are going through this or a family member, coworker or friend of someone... Read more
Published on 2 Jun 1999
Clear and Easy to Read
A great introduction to the world of Transsexualism. This book is one of the easy reading variety, filled with Millie Brown's own words and experiences. Read more
Published on 19 Feb 1999
To understand transsexualism, read this book
If there is such a thing on the market as a definitive work on the phenomenon of transsexualism, this is it. Read more
Published on 9 Nov 1998
Finally a book with truth to it
For years i have been looking foe a book, to help myself. Like what to do and this book helped clear somethings in my mind. It is a very fact based book, excellent in fact. Read more
Published on 5 Aug 1998
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