# Cisgender: Disorienting a Category

Cisgender: Disorienting a Category by Perry Zurn examines the history and meaning of “cisgender” in contemporary gender language. The listing describes a critical history drawing on archives and interviews, with attention to how the term shapes understandings of gender.

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## At a glance

- A critical history of the term “cisgender” from the 1990s to the present, as described in the listing.
- The listing says the book uses archival research and interviews to explore how “cis” entered contemporary gender vocabulary.
- Frames the familiar cis/trans binary as a subject for examining how people relate to gender.

## Pros

- A focused subject and historical approach may suit readers seeking critical context on gender terminology.
- The listing outlines an archive- and interview-based exploration rather than only a glossary-style treatment.

## Specifications

### Publication details
- Publisher: DUKE UNIVERSITY PRESS
- Publication date: 5 October 2026
- Language: English
- Print length: 288 pages
- ISBN-10: 1478033894
- ISBN-13: 978-1478033899
### Dimensions and installation
- Weight listed: 553 g
- Dimensions: 15.24 x 5.08 x 22.86 cm

## Before you buy

- The listed publication date is 5 October 2026. Confirm the date and edition details before purchasing if timing or format matters.

## A good fit for

- Readers interested in trans life, gender studies and the history of gender terminology.
- Students or general readers seeking a critical discussion of the cis/trans binary.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Cisgender: Disorienting a Category about?
The listing describes a critical history of “cisgender” and its entry into contemporary gender language, considering the term’s relationship to the cis/trans binary.
### What research does the book draw on?
The listing says Perry Zurn uses archival material and interviews in tracing the term’s history from the 1990s to the present.
### How long is the book?
The listed print length is 288 pages.
### What language is it in?
The listing specifies English.

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