Caro De Robertis

Wed, Jul 23 • 6:00 PM

City Lights Bookstore

About this event

Join us for a virtual event where Caro De Robertis discusses their new book, *So Many Stars: An Oral History of Trans, Nonbinary, Genderqueer, and Two-Spirit People of Color*, published by Algonquin Books. This unique gathering will feature insights and stories from trans and gender nonconforming elders of color, weaving together personal narratives and collective histories of courage and resistance. The discussion will center on how these individuals navigated their identities and influenced cultural movements. If you're interested in LGBTQ+ narratives and want to engage in a meaningful conversation, this event promises to be enlightening and compelling.

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