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Memoirs of a Man's Maiden Years,Used
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I was born a boy, raised as a girl. . . . One may raise a healthy boy in as womanish a manner as one wishes, and a female creature in as mannish; never will this cause their senses to remain forever reversed.'So writes the pseudonymous N. O. Body, born in 1884 with ambiguous genitalia and assigned a female identity in early infancy. Brought up as a girl, 'she' nevertheless asserted stereotypical male behavior from early on. In the end, it was a passionate love affair with a married woman that brought matters to a head. Desperately confused, suicidally depressed, and in consultation with Magnus Hirschfeld, one of the most eminent and controversial sexologists of the day, 'she' decided to become 'he.'Originally published in 1907 and now available for the first time in English, Memoirs of a Man's Maiden Years describes a childhood and youth in Kaiser Wilhelm's Germany that is shaped by bourgeois attitudes and stifled by convention. It is, at the same time, a book startlingly charged with sexuality. Yet, however frank the memoirist may be about matters physical or emotional, Hermann Simon reveals in his afterword the full extent of the lengths to which N. O. Body went to hide not just his true name but a second secret, his Jewish identity. And here, Sander L. Gilman suggests in his brilliant preface, may lie the crucial hint to solving the real riddle of the ambiguously gendered N. O. Body.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Memoirs of a Man's Maiden Years'? A: 'Memoirs of a Man's Maiden Years' explores the complexities of gender identity and sexuality through the life of N. O. Body, who navigates the challenges of being raised as a girl despite identifying with male behavior.
- Q: Who is the author of this memoir? A: The memoir is authored by N. O. Body, a pseudonymous figure born in 1884, whose real identity and experiences are explored in the book.
- Q: When was 'Memoirs of a Man's Maiden Years' originally published? A: The memoir was originally published in 1907 and has been translated into English for the first time in this edition, published on April 24, 2009.
- Q: What type of book is this classified as? A: 'Memoirs of a Man's Maiden Years' is classified as a memoir, specifically focusing on personal experiences related to gender identity and sexuality.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still in a readable state.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Memoirs of a Man's Maiden Years' contains a total of 160 pages, providing a concise yet impactful narrative.
- Q: What binding type is used for this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, which is typically more flexible and easier to handle than hardcover editions.
- Q: What insights does the afterword provide? A: The afterword by Hermann Simon reveals the extent to which N. O. Body concealed his true name and Jewish identity, adding depth to the memoir's exploration of personal identity.
- Q: Is there any additional content in the book? A: Yes, the book includes a preface by Sander L. Gilman, which provides insightful context and analysis of N. O. Body's experiences and the broader implications of gender identity.
- Q: What audience is this book intended for? A: 'Memoirs of a Man's Maiden Years' is suited for readers interested in gender studies, memoirs, and historical perspectives on sexuality and identity.