| Author |
Werther, Ralph, 1874- |
| Editor |
Herzog, Alfred W. (Alfred Waldemar), 1866-1933 |
| Title |
Autobiography of an Androgyne
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| Original Publication |
United States: Medico-Legal Journal,1918,copyright 1919.
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| Credits |
Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Autobiography of an Androgyne" by Ralph Werther is an autobiographical narrative written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the complex life experiences of an individual identifying as an androgyne, navigating the intricacies of gender identity and sexual orientation in a time of profound societal misunderstanding and prejudice. At its core, the text aims to illuminate the struggles of those who are sexually and psychologically different from societal norms, providing a personal account of how these experiences have shaped the author's understanding and desire for acceptance. The opening of the autobiography sets the stage for the author’s introspection and exploration of their identity. It introduces the author's deep self-awareness from an early age, revealing a profound struggle with their sexual and gender identity, which they perceived as divergent from societal expectations. The narrative begins with reflections on the author's childhood and early experiences related to their androgynous nature, laying a foundation for the broader themes of desire, shame, and the quest for understanding in a hostile environment. The introductory segments convey a sincere plea for compassion and recognition of the complexities faced by individuals like the author, establishing a candid tone that seeks to foster a greater understanding of innate sexual identities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
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| Subject |
Werther, Ralph, 1874-
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| Subject |
Gay men -- United States -- Biography
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| Subject |
Transgender people -- United States -- Biography
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| Subject |
Male homosexuality -- United States -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
67711 |
| Release Date |
Mar 26, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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