THE GOLDEN LOTUS TRANSLATION OF CHINESE NOVEL CHING PING MEL BY CLEMENT EGERTON

THE GOLDEN LOTUS TRANSLATION OF CHINESE NOVEL CHING PING MEL BY CLEMENT EGERTON

A landmark English translation of one of classical China's most celebrated literary works. Clement Egerton's rendition of the Jin Ping Mei (The Golden Lotus) brings this 16th-century novel of court intrigue, desire, and social commentary to English readers with scholarly precision and narrative flair. This unabridged translation captures the novel's complex characters, intricate plotting, and vivid depiction of Ming Dynasty life. Essential for literature enthusiasts, sinologists, and collectors of classic world fiction seeking authentic access to this influential masterpiece.