Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Contents ix
3. List of illustrations xi
4. Preface xiii
5. Acknowledgments xxi
6. 1, Introduction 1
7. 2. Multiple Metaphors and Mystical Imaginaries: A Cultural History of Weiqi 24
8. 3. Nation, Race, and Man 48
9. 4. Becoming Men: Children’s Training in Contemporary China 71
10. 5. A Certain Man: University Students, Amateurs, and Professionals 97
11. 6. Retirement and Constructions of Masculinity among Working-Class Weiqi Players 119
12. 7. Conclusion: Looking Forward to a Bygone Age 141
13. Notes 149
14. Glossary of Terms 165
15. Bibliography 167
16. Index 179