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100	1		_aPinghuazhuren
245	1	0	_a九尾狐
246	1		_aJiu Wei Hu
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2008-04-22
508			_aProduced by Che-Wei Hsu
520			_a"九尾狐" by Pinghuazhuren is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the intriguing life of a beautiful courtesan named 宝玉 (Bao Yu), known for her charm and magical abilities, as she navigates the complexities of love, desire, and societal expectations in a rapidly changing Shanghai. The text reflects on themes of seduction and morality, drawing parallels between the enchanting yet perilous nature of fox spirits and courtesans. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the character of Bao Yu, who is described as a stunningly beautiful young woman with a background marked by hardship. Her mother, having survived a tragedy, ends up selling her into a brothel to sustain their lives. In Shanghai, Bao Yu's beauty catches the attention of wealthy merchants, including a character named 杨四 (Yang Si), who finds himself enamored with her upon their first meeting. The opening chapters set the stage for a tale rich in flirtation, societal critique, and the notable dynamics of power and desire between men and women, all encapsulated within the vibrant, bustling context of 19th-century Shanghai. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aChinese fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25134
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