Not Just a Tomboy: A Trans Masculine Memoir

by Caspar Baldwin

Overview

LONGLISTED FOR THE POLARI FIRST BOOK PRIZE 2019

'Strong, powerful and a valuable resource' - Fox Fisher

This is the story of one trans man's exploration of gender identity, set against changing cultural attitudes from the 90s to the present day.

Caspar Baldwin grew up in a time when being trans was not widely accepted by society, and though progress has been made since then, trans men are still underrepresented and misunderstood. Grappling with the messy realities of gender expectations while giving a stark and moving account of his own experiences, Baldwin grants a nuanced understanding of what it's like to be a trans boy or man.

With its unflinching portrayal of the vulnerability, confusion, dysphoria, empowerment, peace and joy that are all part of the transition process, this book provides an invaluable support for trans men and is a memoir that breaks the mould.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781784508456
Publisher:	Kingsley, Jessica Publishers
Publication date:	11/21/2018
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	248
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Caspar J. Baldwin holds a PhD in Biomedical Science from the University of Sheffield. He is a trans man who currently resides on the beautiful coast of Northumberland.

Table of Contents

Part One: Too Young to Understand? 1. Little Sister. 2. The 12 Dolls of Christmas. Part Two: When I Was a Boy. 3. Wedding Day Blues. 4. Summer Secrets. 5. Girls' Trousers Tomorrow, Please. 6. Toilets of Terror. Part Three: Isn't It Time You Grew Up? 7. Breast Is Best. 8. Nobody Must Know. Part Four: Becoming My Own Man. 9. This Is Not a Drill. 10. Trust and Transition. 11. Walking the Right Path. Epilogue.

Editorial Reviews

As someone who was called a tomboy growing up as well, it gives invaluable and often ignored insight into the life of a trans masculine person. Strong, powerful and a valuable resource about the importance of supporting trans youth, regardless of their gender expression.

Fox Fisher

Excellent expression of self-discovery! Casper describes the psychological torture of being a young trans man in a developing woman's body. A very powerful demonstration on the need and validity of puberty blockers for trans youth.

Charlie Kiss