The Golden Lotus: A Translation from the Chinese Original, of the Novel "Chin P'ing Mei", 4 Volumes
A complete four-volume set of "The Golden Lotus" (Chin P'ing Mei), presented here in the acclaimed English translation by Clement Egerton. Originally published in 1939, this 1972 reprint edition by Routledge & Kegan Paul makes this significant work of Chinese literature accessible to English readers. The novel, attributed to Xiaoxiaosheng, is a masterpiece of Ming Dynasty vernacular fiction, renowned for its detailed portrayal of daily life, social commentary, and pioneering use of realism, often exploring themes of corruption, decadence, and human desire. This comprehensive set provides an indispensable insight into classical Chinese culture and narrative art. Bound in sturdy hardcover, the set is in good condition, though it is lacking the original dust jackets. The text is entirely in English, being a translation from the Chinese original.
- Author: Xiaoxiaosheng
- Publisher: Routledge & Kegan Paul
- Year: 1972
- Binding: Hardcover
- Condition: Good
- ISBN: 9780710073495