
Whipping Girl
A Transsexual Woman on Sexism and the Scapegoating of Femininity
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Julia Serano
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Julia Serano
Named as one of 100 Best Non-Fiction Books of All Time by Ms. magazine.
Julia Serano shares her experiences and insights - both pre- and post-transition - to reveal the ways in which fear, suspicion, and dismissiveness toward femininity shape our societal attitudes toward trans women, as well as gender and sexuality as a whole.
Serano's well-honed arguments and pioneering advocacy stem from her ability to bridge the gap between the often-disparate biological and social perspectives on gender. In this provocative manifesto, she exposes how deep-rooted the cultural belief is that femininity is frivolous, weak, and passive.
In addition to debunking popular misconceptions about being transgender, Serano makes the case that today's feminists and transgender activists must work to embrace and empower femininity - in all of its wondrous forms.
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“A foundational text for anyone hoping to understand transgender politics and culture in the US today.” (NPR)
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Must read for feminists and transwomen!
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What an author!
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Thank you.
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lives up to it's credibility
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I can see why its so esteemed
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Loved it~
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It is compassionate without pulling any punches.
An essential read for trans people
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Well thought, and a timeless classic in the genre.
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Whipping Girl is a detailed, nuanced, and well-researched look into the various gender relations present today. Serano addresses topics specific to the trans experience, describing biology vs. socialization, oppositional sexism, gender entitlement, cross-dressing, and so much more. Serano’s text is grounded in the material realities of the trans experience, pulling from traditional and post-structural feminist theory while critiquing them both. This is a must-read for anyone interested in contemporary gender studies, feminism, and the fight for gender and sexual equality.
Essential Feminist Reading
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Very enlightening
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