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1 online resource |
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text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Summary |
This unique work examines the role played by sexuality in the historical encounter between China and the West. Distinguished historian D.E. Mungello focuses especially on Western homosexuals who saw China as a place of escape from the homophobia of Europe and North America. His groundbreaking study traces the lives of two dozen men, many previously unknown to have same-sex desire, who fled to China and in the process influenced perceptions of Chinese culture to this day. This escapism engendered casual sexual encounters, serious friendships, and substantive intellectual rela. |
| Contents |
Illustrations; Preface; Introduction; 1 Flight to the Land of Oz; 2 The Exotic Appeal of Chinese Boy-Actors; 3 Establishing Friendships in Imperial China; 4 Establishing Friendships in Post-1911 China; 5 Establishing Intellectual Connections with China; 6 The Reorientation of Western Aesthetics; Epilogue; Notes; Chinese Character Glossary; Bibliography; Index; About the Author. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Gay immigrants -- China -- History -- 20th century.
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Gay immigrants. |
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China. |
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History. |
| Chronological Term |
20th century |
| Subject |
Gay people -- China -- History -- 20th century.
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Gays. |
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Homosexuality -- China -- History -- 20th century.
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Homosexuality. |
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China -- Emigration and immigration -- Social aspects -- History -- 20th century.
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Emigration and immigration. |
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Social aspects. |
| Chronological Term |
1900-1999 |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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History.
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| Subject |
Homosexuals. |
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Homosexuality. |
| Other Form: |
Print version: 9781280658020 (DLC) 2011051200 |
| ISBN |
1442215569 |
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9781442215566 |
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9781280658020 (MyiLibrary) |
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1280658029 (MyiLibrary) |
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9781442215580 (electronic book) |
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1442215585 (electronic book) |
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9781442215573 |
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