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Professing Selves: Transsexuality And Samesex Desire In Contemporary Iran (Experimental Futures)
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Since The Mid1980S, The Islamic Republic Of Iran Has Permitted, And Partially Subsidized, Sex Reassignment Surgery. In Professing Selves, Afsaneh Najmabadi Explores The Meaning Of Transsexuality In Contemporary Iran. Combining Historical And Ethnographic Research, She Describes How, In The Postrevolutionary Era, The Domains Of Law, Psychology And Psychiatry, Islamic Jurisprudence, And Biomedicine Became Invested In Distinguishing Between The Acceptable True Transsexual And Other Categories Of Identification, Notably The True Homosexual, An Unacceptable Category Of Existence In Iran. Najmabadi Argues That This Collaboration Among Medical Authorities, Specialized Clerics, And State Officialswhich Made Transsexuality A Legally Tolerated, If Not Exactly Celebrated, Category Of Beinggrew Out Of Iran'S Particular Experience Of Islamicized Modernity. Paradoxically, State Regulation Has Produced New Spaces For Nonnormative Living In Iran, Since Determining Who Is Genuinely Trans Depends Largely On The Stories That People Choose To Tell, On The Selves That They Profess.
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- Q: How many pages are in 'Professing Selves'? A: There are four hundred thirty-two pages in 'Professing Selves: Transsexuality and Same-Sex Desire in Contemporary Iran'.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type is paperback, making it flexible and lightweight for easy reading.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point ninety-eight inches by one point twenty-six inches by nine point zero two inches.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Professing Selves'? A: The author is Afsaneh Najmabadi, a notable figure in the study of gender and sexuality.
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Professing Selves'? A: The book explores transsexuality and same-sex desire in contemporary Iran, focusing on cultural and legal aspects.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, it is suitable for academic use, particularly in gender studies and Middle Eastern studies.
- Q: How does one read 'Professing Selves'? A: You can read it like any standard book, starting from the front cover and progressing page by page.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for all ages? A: No, due to its adult themes, it may not be suitable for younger audiences.
- Q: What can I learn from this book? A: You can learn about the intersection of transsexuality, law, and culture in Iran's post-revolutionary society.
- Q: How should I store 'Professing Selves'? A: Store it in a cool, dry place, preferably upright to prevent damage to the spine.
- Q: Can I lend this book to someone else? A: Yes, you can lend the book, but make sure to remind them to handle it with care.
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- Q: How can I find similar books? A: Look for books in the same genre or by the same publisher, Duke University Press.
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