Christine Jorgensen: A Personal History (autobiography)

"Christine Jorgensen: A Personal History" is an autobiography by Christine Jorgensen, one of the first people publicly known for gender transition. The book details her life, from her early years through her pioneering move to undergo gender confirmation surgery in the early 1950s. It explores her personal journey, societal challenges, and the impact of her transition on public perceptions of gender identity. The autobiography offers insight into her experiences as a trailblazer in transgender history, highlighting themes of identity, resilience, and the pursuit of authenticity in a time when such topics were rarely discussed openly.