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Matthew H. Sommer, "The Fox Spirit, the Stone Maiden, and Other Transgender Histories from Late Imperial China" (Columbia UP, 2024)

New Books in East Asian Studies

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Exploring Gender and Exploitation Through a Historic Image

This chapter examines a book cover featuring two young actors from the late 19th century, highlighting its symbolism in relation to themes of gender representation and exploitation. The discussion also connects the striking imagery to significant literary influences, exploring the complex interplay of gender and performance within the narrative.

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