Matthew H. Sommer
2 books
About the Author
Matthew H. Sommer is a distinguished historian specializing in the social and legal history of late imperial China. With a PhD from Columbia University, he has held prestigious positions at institutions such as the University of Pennsylvania and Cornell University, where he currently teaches. Sommer's research delves into the intersections of gender, sexuality, law, and family structures in traditional Chinese society, challenging conventional narratives through meticulous archival work and interdisciplinary approaches. His seminal book, Sex, Law, and Society in Late Imperial China, illuminates the evolution of legal codes and social norms surrounding marriage, adultery, and same-sex relations during the Qing dynasty. A prolific scholar, Sommer's contributions have reshaped understandings of Chinese cultural history, earning him accolades from the academic community for his rigorous and insightful analyses.
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scholarly
analytical
interdisciplinary
