Mobile Subjects: Transnational Imaginaries of Gender Reassignment

Mobile Subjects: Transnational Imaginaries of Gender Reassignment

Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 1478001569
ISBN 13: 9781478001560
Publication date: November 23rd, 2018
Publisher: Duke University Press Books
Pages: 296

Genres: Science & Technology, History, Travel, Health & Wellness

Aren Z. Aizura's exploration delves into the complex interplay between gender reassignment and transnational experiences, offering a nuanced analysis of how mobility shapes identities. Through the lens of various cultural contexts, the work navigates the intricacies of gender politics and the implications of transnationalism on personal narratives. Aizura’s insights expose the fluidity of gender, challenging entrenched notions and creating space for diverse expressions.

This examination not only focuses on the personal journeys of individuals undergoing gender reassignment but also interrogates the systemic structures that influence these experiences. With a keen eye, Aizura highlights the ways in which global flows of information, bodies, and aspirations intersect, revealing the broader societal narratives that define what it means to transition across borders.

Through critical engagement with contemporary theory and rich ethnographic examples, the work invites readers to reconsider the conventional binaries of gender and identity. Aizura's synthesis of academic rigor and accessibility ensures that the discourse remains relevant not only to scholars but also to anyone interested in the evolving landscapes of gender and mobility.

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