The Butterfly Lovers: The Legend of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai: Four Versions with Related Texts
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🌏Deep cultural & historical context
📚4 versions of the classic legend
🦋Iconic Butterfly Lovers tale
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🦋 Unlock the timeless love story that shaped a culture — don’t miss your chance to own this legend!
- COLLECTORS QUALITY - Used book in good condition—own a piece of literary history that sparks meaningful conversations and intellectual prestige.
- FOUR DISTINCT VERSIONS - Dive into multiple translations and literary adaptations, offering a rich, layered understanding of this iconic tale.
- TIMELESS CULTURAL EPIC - Experience the legendary Butterfly Lovers story, a cornerstone of Chinese folklore rivaling Romeo and Juliet in emotional depth.
- HISTORICAL SOCIAL INSIGHT - Includes expert introduction exploring gender roles and social norms in late-imperial China, perfect for the culturally curious professional.
- HIGHLY RATED FOLKLORE CLASSIC - Join thousands of readers who gave this a 4.8-star rating, affirming its status as a must-have for folklore enthusiasts.
This used book presents four versions of the Butterfly Lovers legend, a foundational Chinese love story comparable to Romeo and Juliet. It includes translations, related texts, and an expert introduction by Wilt L. Idema that contextualizes the tale within Chinese cultural history and gender discourse. Highly rated and a top folklore pick, it’s a compelling read for anyone interested in literary classics and cultural heritage.
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| Best Sellers Rank | #821,808 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #7,927 in Folklore (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 21 Reviews |
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