Change For Good, A
Thorp, JohnResearch scientist John Thorp began life with the outward appearance of a female but with the mind and spirit of a male. Although academically and professionally successful, the young Josephine (Jo) faced derision and isolation from society. When the only escape from her lonely non-life seemed to be suicide, she was saved by the love and support of partner, Joan, who inspired Jo to endure the operations and treatments to turn her into John. NZ interest. [Larger font]
Comments from Groups
All enjoyed the book. Simple to read. Amazing insight into a frought life. Christchurch 143 Alot of enthusiasm for this book - if someone with so many potential problems could make a fulfilling life for themselves then we have nothing to complain about. Nelson 002 We felt the author wrote the book as a plea for understanding. .... His dreadful experiences going through his change moved us and we appreciated the problems he still faced afterwards....A very interesting read - simple prose - and made us aware that trans-sexuals face even more problems than those who are gay....Auckland 088 Interesting discussion ensued about trans gender issues. Book seen as educational rather than a satisfying, gripping well written read.
Pages
183
183
Year
2006
2006
Reviews
20-03-2023
Insightful interesting read.
08-11-2022
Everyone enjoyed this book - the discussion it created was really good.
19-07-2021
The group felt the author was brave to write this book. There was much sympathy for what he had to endure. The writing was simple but readable, and opened up much discussion.
16-04-2021
Group members found this book very easy to read, and the author very honest and straight talking on his whole experience.
04-02-2020
We really enjoyed the book.
04-02-2020
Plenty of discussion! Some were disappointed with the writing style although we felt anything more sensational would have spoilt the sincerity of the writer in trying to explain the situation. Difficult for us to imagine all the situations he must have had to endure.
04-02-2020
Most felt that the subject matter was interesting but the writing itself was rather dull. The author was not a likeable character; we found him rather precious, very self-centred, and selfish!! However, the issues around gender were fascinating.
04-02-2020
Generally we all found this book interesting and informative on transsexuality. Also our group had a good discussion re attitudes on life in the 1950s and now.
04-02-2020
An interesting read that produced good discussion. We enjoyed the messages the author was conveying regarding understanding and acceptance, and it was an insight into one man's unusual journey through life. Would recommend to others as it was non confrontational but also challenged our conventional understanding of the genders.
04-02-2020
The group didn't enjoy this book. They felt that the subject matter could have provided for a great read but the style of writing and lack of any emotion in the book left us feeling very short-changed.
04-02-2020
Very interesting - lots of discussion resulted.