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From the acclaimed novelist, a firstofitskind, deeply personal, and moving oral history of a generation of trans and gender nonconforming elders of colorfrom leading activists to artists to ordinary citizenswho tell their own stories of breathtaking courage, cultural innovations, and acts of resistance.So Many Stars knits together the voices of trans, nonbinary, genderqueer, and twospirit elders of color as they share authentic, intimate accounts of how they created space for themselves and their communities in the world. This singular project collects the testimonies of twenty elders, each a glimmering thread in a luminous tapestry, preserving their words for future generationswho can more fully exist in the world today because of these very trailblazers.De Robertis creates a collective comingofage story based on hundreds of hours of interviews, offering rare snapshots of ordinary life: kids growing up, navigating family issues and finding community, coming out and changing how they identify over the years, building movements and weathering the AIDS crisis, and sharing wisdom for future generations. Often narrating experiences that took place before they had the array of language that exists today to selfidentify beyond the gender binary, this generation lived through remarkable changes in American culture, shaped American culture, and yet rarely takes center stage in the history books. Their stories feel particularly urgent in the current political moment, but also remind readers that their experiences are not new, and that young trans and nonbinary people today belong to a long lineage.The anecdotes in these pages are riveting, joyful, heartbreaking, full of personality and wisdom, and artfully woven together into one immersive narrative. In De Robertis?s words, So Many Stars shares ?behindthescenes tales of what it meantand still meansto create an authentic life, against the odds.?
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This book opened my eyes to so many experiences I wasn't aware of. The oral history format allows you to dive deep into personal stories that resonate. It's a powerful read that I believe everyone should experience. I'm definitely recommending it to my book club!
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Anika Patel
Important Topics, Yet Somewhat Dry
I appreciate the importance of the stories shared in this book, but I found some sections a bit dry. The oral history approach is unique, but it could use a bit more narrative flair to keep me fully engaged. Still worth a read for anyone interested in these experiences.
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Fatima Khan
Some Parts Were Hard to Follow
I wanted to love this book because of its importance, but I found some sections hard to follow. It’s packed with valuable insights, but the oral history format can jump around a bit too much for my liking. Still, it’s a valuable resource!
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Sophia Torres
Could Be Better Organized
While the content is insightful, I found the organization of the book a bit chaotic. Some stories felt disjointed and it was hard to follow the flow at times. I do appreciate the diverse perspectives, though!
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Jamal Carter
Highly Informative and Needed
'So Many Stars' is a much-needed exploration of trans and nonbinary experiences, especially for people of color. It’s well-researched and feels genuine, drawing from real voices. I bought a copy for my friend who is studying gender studies, and they loved it too!
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