Cisgender: Disorienting a Category
Cisgender: Disorienting a Category by Perry Zurn is a critical history of how “cis” entered contemporary gender lexicons. The listing describes archival research and interviews tracing the term from the 1990s to the present, with attention to how cisgender is positioned in relation to transgender and the cis/trans binary.
At a glance
- Traces the history of “cis” in contemporary gender lexicons from the 1990s to the present.
- Uses archival research and interviews, according to the listing.
- Critically examines how “cisgender” relates to transgender and the cis/trans binary.
Reference price: $119.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- The historical focus provides context for how the term “cis” entered contemporary gender vocabulary.
- The described combination of archives and interviews suits readers interested in the development of gender concepts.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Duke University Press |
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| Publication date | July 7, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 288 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1478033894 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-1478033899 |
| Listed dimensions | 6 x 2 x 9 inches |
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| Weight listed | 1.22 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in transgender life and the histories of gender terminology.
- Students and readers of gender studies, trans philosophy, or LGBTQ+ criticism.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general introductory guide rather than a critical history of cisgender terminology.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cisgender: Disorienting a Category about?
The listing describes a critical history of the term “cis,” examining its entry into contemporary gender lexicons and its relationship to transgender and the cis/trans binary.
What research does the book describe?
The listing says Perry Zurn draws on archival research and interviews to trace the term’s history from the 1990s to the present.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 288 pages.
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