Dynasty of Dust and Wind

Author: Chen Liusha
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Publish Date: 2003-02-01
Features: Forced to sell smiles for survival—tragic! Talents and integrity surpassing the ordinary—respected! A play of romance, a story of blood and tears. The phenomenon of prostitution has existed since ancient times. The courtesans recorded in this book are mostly based on real historical figures. Though they were a group humiliated and harmed, they equally yearned for a normal life and pursued happiness. Some were proficient in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting; some were righteous and fearless in the face of danger; some were calm in resistance, facing death as if it were nothing. They lived in the dark feudal society, and authors from various dynasties expressed sympathy for their fate, admiration for their talents, and reverence for their integrity. The book is preceded by classical Chinese text, followed by translation, with detailed annotations, which is also helpful for readers studying ancient Chinese.