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Tales Of Idolized Boys: Malemale Love In Medieval Japanese Buddhist Narratives-new,New
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In Medieval Japan (14Th16Th Centuries), It Was Customary For Elite Families To Entrust Their Young Sons To The Care Of Renowned Buddhist Priests From Whom They Received A Premier Education In Buddhist Scriptures, Poetry, Music, And Dance. When The Boys Reached Adolescence, Some Underwent Comingofage Rites, Others Entered The Priesthood, And Several Extended Their Education, Becoming Chigo, Or Buddhist Acolytes. Chigo Served Their Masters As Personal Attendants And As Sexual Partners. During Religious Ceremoniesadorned In Colorful Robes, Their Faces Made Up And Hair Styled In Long Ponytailsthey Entertained Local Donors And Pilgrims With Music And Dance. Stories Of Acolytes (Chigo Monogatari) From The Fourteenth To Sixteenth Centuries Form The Basis Of The Present Volume, An Original And Detailed Literary Analysis Of Six Tales Coupled With A Thorough Examination Of The Sociopolitical, Religious, And Cultural Matrices That Produced These Texts.Sachi Schmidthori Begins By Delineating Various Dimensions Of Chigo (The Chigo
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: This book has two hundred sixty-four pages. It provides a detailed literary analysis of medieval Japanese narratives.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and easy to carry.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six inches in length, zero point nine one inches in width, and eight point nine inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Sachi Schmidt-Hori. She provides an insightful examination of chigo narratives.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book belongs to the literary criticism genre. It explores themes of masculinity and sexuality in historical contexts.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study. It includes a thorough analysis of sociopolitical and cultural matrices.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of gender, sexuality, age, and agency within medieval Japanese narratives.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for all audiences? A: No, this book may not be appropriate for all audiences. It discusses complex themes of sexuality and historical relationships.
- Q: How do I care for this paperback book? A: To care for this paperback book, keep it away from moisture and direct sunlight. Store it upright on a shelf to prevent bending.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers have policies for such issues.
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- Q: Can this book be used for a literature class? A: Yes, this book can be used for a literature class. Its analysis of medieval narratives provides valuable insights for discussions.
- Q: What if I want to read more about chigo narratives? A: If you want to read more about chigo narratives, this book serves as a comprehensive resource on the topic.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: No, this book does not contain illustrations. It focuses on text-based analysis and interpretation of narratives.