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Rabbit F*ggot aka Tu'Er Shen: The God of Gay in Imperial China

Historical Homos

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Homosexuality in Ancient China: Emperors and Favorites

In this chapter, they discuss homosexuality in ancient China, focusing on the Han dynasty and how emperors often had male favorites. They recount stories about Emperor I of Han and his lover Dongxian, as well as the code of etiquette related to homosexuality during the Ming dynasty, including the practice of bond brotherhood.

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