The Golden Lotus: A Translation from the Chinese Original, of the Novel "Chin P'ing Mei", Volume 4

A standalone copy of Volume 4 of "The Golden Lotus," a celebrated translation of the infamous Chinese novel "Chin P'ing Mei." Authored by Xiaoxiaosheng, this multi-volume work is considered one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature, though its explicit content led to its banning at various times. This particular edition is a 1972 reprint by Routledge & Kegan Paul, featuring the renowned translation by Clement Egerton. This volume is presented in a sturdy hardcover binding and remains in good condition, suitable for a collector or reader interested in this monumental work. Please note that this listing is for Volume 4 only, and it does not include a dust jacket. The text is entirely in English, being a complete translation from the original Chinese. "Chin P'ing Mei" offers a vivid, often scandalous, depiction of 16th-century Chinese society during the Ming Dynasty, exploring themes of wealth, power, sexuality, and morality through its complex characters.

• Author: Xiaoxiaosheng
• Publisher: Routledge & Kegan Paul
• Year: 1972
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
• ISBN: 9780710073495