"Wall head, horse back"

Author: Bai Pu
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Publish Date: 2003-05-01
Features: A comic adaptation of an ancient Chinese classic comedy. A Love Story on the Wall (Qiantou Mashi) is a work by the renowned Yuan Dynasty playwright Bai Pu. The son of a minister, Pei Shaojun, is sent to Luoyang to buy flower seedlings and encounters the daughter of the city governor, Li Qianjin. The two fall in love at first sight and secretly pledge their lives to each other, but are disapproved by Pei Shaojun's father. After enduring numerous hardships, they finally reunite as husband and wife. The play celebrates the pursuit of free love and, though centered on romance, stands out in its unique style.