Whispers in the mirror by Lea Taylor is a collection of human stories depicting scientific inquiry, and lived experience relating to transgender or gender-fluid people. It begins with a rather deep discussion about gender dysphoria and how it is related to the distress, a person experiences due to inconsistency in their gender identity. Then the book presents narratives, where the content, or the perspective will help to explain the feelings and experiences, on-going scientific research, and psychological insights.
Some of the people whose stories appear in these pages recognized their gender dysphoria early in childhood. Like Christine Jorgensen who became one of the recognizable and consequential figures in transgender history, or Georgia who was known as George, or Robbie whose preferences began to shift at the age of six.
The book also discusses scientific topics like the multifaceted nature of Gender Dysphoria, and our thoughtless reaction, where religion often leads to loud repercussions. Another chapter talks of corrective steps and the need for an inclusive approach. Now the book concludes with a poem that concludes
'..You were always whole.
You are now in total control'
I liked the book. It made me a lot more understanding and transgender-friendly, while relishing the touching stories and the brilliant reasoning artfully woven together.
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