Contents
List of Illustrations
Preface
Introduction
1. Las Intrépidas and the Great Muxe Vela
2. Sex, Sexuality, and Power
3. Doing Gender in Juchitán
4. A Blessing from God?: Muxe Narratives
5. Community Acceptance
6. Two-Spirit Muxe Zapotec Identity
7. Behind the Mask: Unraveling Sex and Gender
Conclusion: Lessons from the Field
Appendix A. Muxe Respondents
Appendix B. Muxe Occupations
Appendix C. Gay, Lesbiana, and Mayate Respondents
Appendix D. Community Respondents
Notes
References
Index