The Sex of the Two Luminaries

Name: The Sex of the Two Luminaries
Author: Basil Hall Chamberlain

A comparative analysis of the works of William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe, focusing on their gender roles and sexuality.

By Basil Hall Chamberlain · First published 1928 · Genre: Non-fiction, Religious & Spiritual, Cultural Studies · 121 words

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Formerly it was the female luminary that came out at night. But she was so greatly shocked at the immoralities which she saw going on out of doors among the grass, that she exchanged with the male luminary, who, being a man, did not care so much.

So now the sun is a female deity, and the moon is a male deity.

But surely the sun must be often shocked at what she sees going on even in the day-time, when the young people are in the open among the grass.

(Written down from memory. Told by Ishanashte, November, 1886.)

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Work type: Short story
Author: Basil Hall Chamberlain
Date: 1928 CE
Language: English
Genres: Non-fiction, Religious & Spiritual, Cultural Studies, History & Criticism, Mythology & Folklore
Length: 121 words
Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Non-fiction — Basil Hall Chamberlain was a British Japanologist who wrote academic works. 'The Sex of the Two Luminaries' is likely an academic examination revolving around some aspects of culture or religion.
Religious & Spiritual — The title suggests the book might be exploring themes related to divine beings or celestial entities in a spiritual or religious context.
Cultural Studies — Chamberlain published several notable works on Japanese culture, mythology, and language. This book might be another exploration of these themes.
History & Criticism — Considering Chamberlain's bibliography, this book could involve historical analysis or criticism.