From Toads to Queens:
Transvestism in a Latin American Setting
by Jacobo Schifter-sikora
1999, Haworth Press - 161
Pages
From Toads to Queens: Transvestism in a Latin Setting
provides a rare glimpse into the lives of Latin American transvestites
and the everyday challenges they face living on the margins of
society. This book brings readers face to face with the realities
of San Jose's transvestites and the men who share their lives.
From hundreds of interviews with individuals inside and outside
the transvestite community, the book offers readers insight into
the differences between a gay person and a transvestite. From
Toads to Queens discusses the question of what causes transvestitism
as well as the almost unbelievable history of transvestitism,
which is historically present in every culture.
Through From Toads to Queens readers will discover a diversity
of issues, such as:
- the role of prostitution in transvestitism
- how transvestites start cross-dressing
- HIV/AIDS and condom use
- substance abuse
- dealing with homophobia
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