Suitable for readers interested in the culture of the Ming and Qing Dynasties in China. A record of the sad but beautiful love story between Mao Pijiang (a distinguished man of letters) and Dong Xiaowan (a famous geisha of the time). Translated by the famous German sinologist and translator Rainer Schwarz with authentic and beautiful language. Consisting of 70 delicate illustrations. A valued item for collection and as a gift 108 annotations added to help with the reading and understanding of the book.