This book, based on extensive original research, explores the formation of sexual identity and the sexual self of Taiwanese individuals. Including the findings of in-depth interview research, the book considers individuals with a range of different sexual orientations and partnership situations, and relates sexual identity to other components of identity, including national, moral, religious, ethnic and occupational factors. Throughout, the book relates the sexual identities discussed to social and cultural theories. A complex, multi-faceted portrait of Tawainese cultural identity, this book will be a valuable resource for students and scholars of Asian studies, Chinese studies, cultural studies, gender studies, sexuality studies, sociology, and cultural anthropology.
Hoi Yan Yau is an Associate Professor in the Department of East Asian Studies/Program of Global Studies at National Taiwan Normal University.
1. Introduction: An exploration of the intricate relationships between sex, identity, and culture in contemporary Taiwan. 2. George Woo: A Strongman Front: Reinforcing and Challenging Male Identity 3. Julian Chen: American Aspirations: “One Day I’ll Study in the US” 4. Martin Wong: A Sexual Invitation in Field Research 5. Fiona Tsai: Struggling to Assume the Role of a Son 6. Ruth Lin: Superficial Sexual Unconformities: Decoupling Sex from Love 7. Liz Yen: In Search of Fatherly Love 8.Conclusion