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Tongzhi : politics of same-sex eroticism in Chinese societies / Chou Wah-shan.
Van Pelt Library HQ76.3.C2 C48 2000
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Zhou, Huashan, 1962-
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Homosexuality--China.
- Homosexuality.
- China.
- Physical Description:
- 343 pages ; 22 cm
- Place of Publication:
- New York : Haworth Press, [2000]
- Summary:
- Tongzhi explores the world of same-sex relationships and their varied characteristics in Chinese culture. Using traditional Chinese history (of same-sex eroticism) as a basis for discussion, this book examines the evolution of same-sex relationships; the conflicts and pressures faced by Tongzhi; the past influence of colonialism and present influence of the "western" world; and the profound importance of the family-kinship system. Undergraduate and graduate students, academics, and professionals in the fields of Chinese culture, sociology, and lesbian/gay studies will find this book useful.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 305-321) and index.
- ISBN:
- 156023153X
- 1560231548
- OCLC:
- 44026458
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