The Look of a Woman: Facial Feminization Surgery and the Aims of Trans- Medicine

The Look of a Woman by Eric Plemons is an in-depth exploration of facial feminization surgery (FFS), shedding light on the complex relationship between gender, sex, and appearance.

This groundbreaking book delves into the narratives of FFS patients and their surgeons, revealing how these procedures not only improve a trans-woman's appearance but also allow her to be recognized as a woman by those who see her.

Through vivid ethnographic accounts, Plemons challenges traditional social constructionist accounts of gender, highlighting the inherent sexiness of skulls and jaws.

By reshaping these features in line with sex-specific population norms, surgeons help their patients reach the ultimate frontier in "passing" as women.

This thought-provoking book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of gender identity and the medicalization of trans-ness.