Blossom of Bone: Reclaiming the Connections Between Homoeroticism and the SacredThe first multi-cultural exploration of the sacred experience, roles, and rituals of gay and gender-bending men, from the ancient priests of the goddess to Oscar Wilde and pop music icon Sylvester--a rich tradition of men who have embodied the interrelationship between androgyny, homoeroticism, and the quest for the sacred. Illustrations and photos. |
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INTRODUCTION | 1 |
MEDITATION Bone | 16 |
MEDITATION Earth and Moon | 64 |
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