Among the Eunuchs: A Muslim Transgender Journey

Blending memoir, anthropology, and cultural history, Leyla Jagiella reflects on growing up trans and Muslim between Germany and South Asia. Through her personal story and experiences among hijra communities, she explores gender, faith, colonialism, and belonging with nuance and care.

~ Included for its rare and powerful perspective on trans identity within Islamic and South Asian cultural contexts, offering insight into both personal transformation and broader historical forces. ~