Ladyboys of Thailand: An Anthropological approach

by Jean-Pascal Huvé, Franck Poupart

It is estimated that about half a million “kathoeys,” live in Thailand. Most have felt like little girls trapped in little boy’s body from a very young age and have been struggling to become a complete woman ever since.
Why so many ? Why so pretty ? Why in Thailand?
Looking for the answers, the authors met, photographed and interviewed fifteen of them, escort or veterinarian, hotel receptionist or DJ. But also an anthropologist at Chiang Mai University, a Belgian researcher who has spent years studying the neurological and hormonal mechanisms underlying sexual behaviour. And "a man who loves Ladyboys"...
This book, with stories, interviews and many photos, will help you to better understand the femininity of the Thai Ladyboys, as well as their deep humanity.

This book was first published with more photos and less interviews as a coffee table book under the title : Ladyboys of Thailand, a Tribute to the Feminine.

182 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 12, 2022

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[Jen Z · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 stars