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Six Records of a Floating Life

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SKU: 9780140444292

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Experience the intimate life of Shen Fu in “Six Records of a Floating Life.” This captivating memoir blends love, art, and 19th-century Chinese society. Follow Shen Fu’s journey as a scholar, civil servant, and art dealer, and his deep connection with his wife, Yun. Explore their unconventional relationship and glimpse into the cultural landscape of the Ch’ing Dynasty. ISBN: 9780140444292

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780140444292
  • Publisher: Penguin Books
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
  • Depth: 13
  • Height: 198 mm
  • No of Pages: 176
  • Series Title: Penquin Classics
  • Weight: 142 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0140444297
  • Publisher Date: 17 Nov 1983
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Edition: Reprint
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 11 mm
  • Width: 129 mm

Additional information

Weight 0.5 kg

25 reviews for Six Records of a Floating Life

  1. Shubham Bikash Goswami

    I was moved by Shen Fu’s devotion to his wife. Parts of the book were a bit dry, but the emotional core is strong.

  2. Vibha Ojha

    An interesting look at a different time. I enjoyed learning about Chinese culture, but the book felt a bit disjointed at times.

  3. Tushar Sharma

    I enjoyed the book, although I felt it moved quite slowly in places. Beautifully written, just not always gripping.

  4. Alok Jangra

    I found it hard to engage with this story. Some aspects were interesting, but on the whole it didn’t grab me.

  5. Harsh Dipesh Doshi

    A heartwarming and heartbreaking tale of love and loss. I was completely captivated by Shen Fu’s story. Highly recommend.

  6. Anushka Bhartiya

    It is a well explained book with easy to read layout. Really easy to understand every bit of it. Recommending it.

  7. Nandini Mehra

    I felt that the book does not offer a nice story line, which is disappointing. Would not recommend it to anyone.

  8. Deepti Singh

    I adored the portrayal of Shen Fu and Yun’s relationship. It felt so intimate and real. However, the writing style took some getting used to.

  9. Swati Pangti

    The love story is beautiful, but I struggled with the historical context. It requires patience, but it’s rewarding.

  10. Yashasvi Manish Modi

    A wonderful glimpse into the past. While some parts were slow, the overall experience was enriching. I really enjoyed this book.

  11. Shubham Ganguly

    I expected a better writing style but still, it gives a good view of the culture. I will recommend this book to everyone.

  12. Ashish Kumar

    A beautiful story of love and hardship. The historical details were fascinating, and I appreciated the glimpse into a different culture.

  13. Mani Prakash

    The love story is really great. It makes you feel good, but there were parts where i found boring.

  14. Arpit

    A beautiful glimpse into th-century China. Shen Fu’s love for Yun is truly touching. Some parts were slow, but overall a worthwhile read.

  15. Jyoti Rani

    A unique memoir. Shen Fu’s honesty is refreshing. Some sections were more engaging than others, but overall, I liked it.

  16. Tushar Goyal

    While the writing is beautiful, I found it hard to connect with the characters at times. Still a worthwhile read, though.

  17. Ayush Joshi

    I enjoyed learning about Chinese culture, but I wished there was a bit more context provided.

  18. Vaibhav Raghuvanshi

    Beautifully written and deeply personal. The story of Shen Fu and Yun stayed with me long after I finished reading. Highly recommended!

  19. Roshan Kumar Yadav

    The intimacy of the relationship portrayed is lovely. I did find it hard to follow at times, though.

  20. Manisha Kumari

    The love story is beautiful, but the book is too slow-paced for my taste. Overall, its an okay read.

  21. Shikal

    The love story is beautiful, but the cultural context was confusing at times. Still a worthwhile read if you’re interested in the period.

  22. Syed Ahmad Abdullah

    Charming and insightful. I loved the descriptions of daily life and the artful prose. A bit dense in places, but worth it.

  23. Shahad Hanan K

    An interesting read, although it took me a while to get into it. Once I did, I appreciated the cultural insights and the love story.

  24. Saksham Gupta

    A fascinating peek into a different world. I found the cultural details captivating, but the narrative felt a bit meandering.

  25. Anurag Sahu

    A lovely story of two people deeply in love, and a great insight into their culture. I found it very engaging.

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