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Passions of the Cut Sleeve: The Male Homosexual Tradition in China,Used
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The first detailed treatment of the Chinese homosexual tradition in any Western language, Passions of the Cut Sleeve shatters preconceptions and stereotypes. Gone is the image of the sternly puritanical Confucian as sole representative of Chinese sexual practicesand with it the justification for the modern Chinese insistence that homosexuality is a recent import from the decadent West. Rediscovering the male homosexual tradition in China provides a startling new perspective on Chinese society and adds richly to our understanding of homosexuality.Bret Hinsch's reconstruction of the Chinese homosexual past reveals unexpected scenes. An emperor on his deathbed turns over the seals of the empire to a male beloved; two men marry each other with elaborate wedding rituals; parents sell their son into prostitution. The tradition portrays men from all levels of societyemperors, transvestite actors, rapists, elegant scholars, licentious monks, and even the nameless poor.Drawing from dynastic histories, erotic novels, popular Buddhist tracts, love poetry, legal cases, and joke books, Passions of the Cut Sleeve evokes the complex and fascinating male homosexual tradition in China from the Bronze Age until its decline in recent times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Passions of the Cut Sleeve'? A: 'Passions of the Cut Sleeve' explores the male homosexual tradition in China, providing a detailed analysis of its history and cultural significance.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Bret Hinsch, who offers insights into Chinese homosexual practices throughout history.
- Q: What kind of sources does the book draw from? A: The book utilizes a variety of sources, including dynastic histories, erotic novels, Buddhist tracts, love poetry, and legal cases to reconstruct the male homosexual tradition in China.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Passions of the Cut Sleeve'? A: 'Passions of the Cut Sleeve' was published on December 29, 1992.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 252 pages.
- Q: Is this book available in different formats? A: Yes, 'Passions of the Cut Sleeve' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it has not been previously owned or read.
- Q: What are some themes explored in the book? A: The book explores themes such as love, marriage, and the social dynamics of male homosexual relationships in historical China.
- Q: Does the book challenge stereotypes about Chinese sexual practices? A: Yes, it challenges the stereotype of a strictly puritanical Confucian society by revealing a rich history of homosexual practices.
- Q: What insights does the book provide about Chinese society? A: It provides a new perspective on Chinese society by highlighting the historical existence and acceptance of male homosexual relationships.