Something That May Shock and Discredit You

Author(s): Ortberg, Daniel Mallory,
Binding: Paperback,
Date of Publication: 03/04/2020,
Pagination: 256 pages,
Series: N/A,
Imprint: Scribe Publications,
Published By: Scribe Publications,
Book Classification: Of specific Gay & Lesbian interest,
Dimensions: 135 x 209 x 21
ISBN13/EAN/SKU: 9781913348144

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A New York Times bestselling feminist author’s sparkling memoir of gender transition (among many other things).

Reasons for Transitioning: Want to impress good-looking ex; Want to upset good-looking ex; Bored of existing wardrobe, looking for excuse to buy all-new clothes that don’t fit in a new way; Younger siblings getting too much attention; Neoliberalism??; Want to sing both parts of a duet at karaoke; Something about upper-body strength; Excited to reinforce a different set of sexist stereotypes; Cheaper haircuts; Just love layering shirts ...

From the beloved writer behind The Toast and Slate’s ‘Dear Prudence’ column comes a personal essay collection exploring popular culture, literature, religion, and sexuality. With wit and compassion, Daniel Mallory Ortberg revisits beloved cultural and literary figures in the light of his transition.