The Book of the Courtesans: A Catalogue of Their Virtues
by Susan Griffin
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Author: Susan GriffinEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2002-09-10
ISBN: 0767904516
Number of pages: 288
Publisher: Broadway
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Book Review: An interesting subject drowned in a sea of banality.
Summary: 1 Stars
One of my friends gave me this book as a late Christmas' present. I like reading about courtesans ever since I enjoyed reading "Nana" by Emile Zola. The subject is a meaty one, filled with lots of whimsy and cheekiness. This writer, however, managed to deflate every ounce of excitement I had for this book. Her writing style is best described as a mix of stream-of-consciousness and ultra-flowery wording. I managed to hang on for three chapters before I ended up donating this book to a local library. A total snooze on a very interesting subject. I would give it no stars if it was possible.
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