Books like S/He by Minnie Bruce Pratt
In *S/He*, Minnie Bruce Pratt candidly recounts breaking free from restrictive Southern gender norms. The book traces her early life, her marriage, and her eventual decision to live openly as a lesbian. Pratt shares the depth of her partnership with activist and author Leslie Feinberg, illustrating how their collaboration shaped her personal and political awakening.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: Minnie Bruce Pratt
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