(Illustrated Edition) Top Ten Secret Manuscripts of China (Illustrated Edition, Traditional Binding)

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Publish Date: 2002-06-01
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Spring Copy, Summer Copy, Autumn Copy, Winter Copy
Deep Affection, Intense Love, Passionate Devotion, Alluring Charm
Ten Years of Hard Copying,
In the vast treasure trove of Chinese classical literature, narrative novels depicting scholars and beauties, as well as romantic and lustful tales, hold a significant position. Many of these classics continue to be republished and remain timeless. However, it is undeniable that some of these works have been banned by rulers and feudal moralists across dynasties due to their explicit depiction of lewd content or their promotion of scandalous and unconventional ideas, making them difficult to see the light of day.
Yet, we should not throw the baby out with the bathwater. Among these erotic and heterodox novels, there is undoubtedly a considerable number of outstanding works. Some of these treasures were even secretly copied by ardent literati and scholars, whispered among book lovers and, ensuring their preservation and transmission.