Outskirts: Queer Experiences on the Fringe trans man and bored young debutante Lucy

and bored young debutante Lucy knows there must be more to life than embroidery and engagements - no matter how eligible the bachelor might be

five ageing Mothers sit in silent protest

and her society

the authority of experts

Michael Arceneaux established himself as one of the most beloved and entertaining writers of his generation

Outskirts: Queer Experiences on the Fringe trans man and bored young debutante LucyCelebrates diverse queer experiences on society's margins Outskirts addresses the diverse and intricate aspects of the queer experience on the periphery of the social world. From the Korean spa to the Carnival krewe to new sexual identities, this volume asks important questions about the atypical places, spaces, and identities that are an important part of LGBTQ life in the United States. By bringing together scholars specializing in the less visible