Understanding Trans Health

Reviews / Votes

"This book offers sophisticated yet clear explanations of the terrain of trans health in the UK, with superb analytic purchase - made all the more impressive by its accessibility and candour." Sociology of Health & Illness "This valuable book provides an innovative approach to trans health weaving personal narrative, sociological theories and activist perspectives. It makes a vital contribution to promoting health equality for trans people." Julie Fish, Centre for LGBTQ research, De Montfort University, Leicester. "One of the most impressive trans books I've read. Pearce's research is of the utmost importance - her writing accessible, her conclusions transformational." CN Lester, author of "Trans Like Me". "An important, well-researched and original book ... a rich blend of theory and research ... A crucial new addition to the growing body of work on transgender
experience." Jack Halberstam, Columbia University, author of Trans*: A Quick and Quirky Guide to Gender Variability "This highly topical book addresses the key issues of trans people's health, identity, and social change. It offers an innovative critical perspective regarding the medical
establishment and trans activism." Surya Monro, University of Huddersfield