Six Records of a Floating Life

Shen Fu, Leonard Pratt, Chiang Su-hui , Leonard Pratt

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Penguin
30 September 2004

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; Asian history; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900

A beautiful, intimate memoir from the time of the Ch'ing Dynasty in China

Six Records of a Floating Life (1809) is an extraordinary blend of autobiography, love story and social document written by a man who was educated as a scholar but earned his living as a civil servant and art dealer. In this intimate memoir, Shen Fu recounts the domestic and romantic joys of his marriage to Y n, the beautiful and artistic girl he fell in love with as a child. He also describes other incidents of his life, including how his beloved wife obtained a courtesan for him and reflects on his travels through China. Shen Fu's exquisite memoir shows six parallel 'layers' of one man's life, loves and career, with revealing glimpses into Chinese society of the Ch'ing Dynasty.

By: Shen Fu
Introduction by: Leonard Pratt, Chiang Su-hui
Translated by: Leonard Pratt, Chiang Su-hui
Imprint: Penguin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 136g
ISBN: 9780140444292
ISBN 10: 0140444297
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 30 September 2004
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Leonard Pratt is the bureau chief for NBC News in Hong Kong. Chiang Su-Hui was born and educated in Taiwan. She has a degree in Chinese law and has worked as an educator, writer and broadcaster. Leonard Pratt is the bureau chief for NBC News in Hong Kong. Chiang Su-Hui was born and educated in Taiwan. She has a degree in Chinese law and has worked as an educator, writer and broadcaster.