I Changed My Sex. The Autobiography of Stripper Hedy Jo Star formerly Carl Hammonds
Chicago: Novel Books, 1963. Mass Market Paperback. Good. Item #022540
First printing, so stated, although a previous edition, issued by a different publisher was issued in 1955, under the same title. Mass market paperback. 160 pp. A few black and white photos throughout. A first person account of the life of Hedy Jo Star, one of the first people to undergo gender affirming surgery in the United States. Star performed as a stripper, and also served as a female impersonator, performing for US troops in World War II. Her career led her to being an influential burlesque performer and sought after costumier. Of somewhat confusing note, while the original 1955 edition bears the same title, Star did not undergo gender affirming surgery until 1962 and refers to her life with her husband post operation, in this book. GOOD+ condition. Minor fading and scuffing to the covers. A vertical crease present along the front hinge. Some wear to the extremities. Owner's name and address in blue ink on the title page.
Price: $200.00